Falla 3, 2021

Rodrigo Etem  

This artwork presents a surreal juxtaposition of a sleek, modern staircase against an expanse of vibrant, crystal-clear turquoise waters. The staircase emerges from the sea, seemingly defying gravity, leading upwards toward the open sky, symbolizing aspiration and exploration. The reflective surface of the water captures shadows, creating a mirage-like effect that blurs the line between reality and imagination. The horizon reveals a distant landmass under a partially clouded sky, inviting contemplation of new horizons and unseen possibilities. The unique placement and angle of the staircase impart a dreamlike quality, encouraging viewers to ponder the intersection of nature and human design. The blend of architectural elements with the serene aquatic setting captivates, evoking thoughts on ambition and the endless journey toward the unknown.

Archival pigment print on Hahnemuhle smooth canvas. From the series All the faults of the world. Unframed. In recent years -through the use, production, and appropriation of content hosted on the net- The artist has been developing a body of work that aims to resignify narratives from the files. The series "All the faults of the world", 2021/23 are digital prints printed on Hahnemuhle smooth canvas. The Images are taken by Google Street View (GSV) users that cover a 360º viewing angle and are captured to show everything that is around the subject taking the photograph. These images, uploaded to the application (GSV) are geolocated at the precise point where they were taken so that other users can access them. Due to involuntary human errors in the capture, a small percentage of these Images present anomalies because some fragment does not have a record, and a void is produced in the image and an opaque figure without representation. The entry of these anomalies into the system interferes with any attempt to full representation of the world. Motivated by this, the artist as in a game "travels the world" from the app, looking to build my collection of failures from around the world.