Recovery Process

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From ancient times, the materiality of clay has presented itself as a metaphor for human self-transformation. In recent decades, visual artists have leveraged this metaphor to explore the boundaries of visual art through creative experimentation. This has led to the development of innovative techniques and styles that push the limits of materiality and artistic expression. ‘Compressing Materiality’ brings to the fore notable artists exploring the mutable materiality of clay within the contemporary South African context. Existing in multiple temporalities and forms, both malleable and fragile, clay draws on various transformational agents to reflect culture and history—serving as a repository of collective memory and heritage. Its enduring materiality transcends temporal and spatial boundaries, fostering dialogue and understanding across diverse cultural landscapes. In the hands of an artist, clay transcends its inert state, undergoing metamorphosis through the alchemy of skill, imagination, and fire. By demanding physical engagement—a communion between hand and material—the artwork is imbued with an innate vitality. Clay moulds, sculpts, and shapes, yielding to the artist's will, yet simultaneously asserting its own agency. It captures the essence of transformation, mirroring the perpetual flux of existence. Featured as part of this group exhibition, John Newdigate’s ‘Recovery Process’ exemplifies the transformative capabilities of clay, merging artistry with thematic exploration. This piece, created from underglaze-painted porcelain, showcases Newdigate's signature style, which blends vibrant colours with intricate depictions of the natural world, particularly focusing on animals and vegetation that surround his mountainous home in the Overberg region. The title itself suggests a journey of healing and transformation, resonating with the broader narrative of clay as a material that embodies change and continuity. By employing clay—a medium that is both malleable and fragile—he captures the essence of transformation, mirroring the fluid nature of existence and the ongoing processes of healing and renewal within both personal and collective contexts.

Creator:
John Newdigate (1968, South African)
Creation Year:
2024
Dimensions:
Height: 22.45 in (57 cm)Diameter: 18.51 in (47 cm)
Medium:
Porcelain,Underglaze
Movement & Style:
Contemporary
Period:
2010-
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Cape Town, ZA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2546214897272

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