In the heart of Dubai, a city known for its towering skyscrapers and pulsating fusion of tradition and futuristic vision, Salomé Chatriot presents her inaugural solo exhibition in the Middle East, "If That Glass Breaks Humanity Is Doomed," at Volery Gallery. Here, Chatriot doesn't simply exhibit; she unfolds a narrative that dances on the delicate line between the organic and the technologically sublime. In a world where the binary of nature versus machine often dominates discourse, Chatriot’s work whispers of a symbiosis so intimate, so intertwined, that it challenges the very foundations of this dichotomy.
With the revelation of 10 new paintings, Chatriot invites us into a realm where her artistic conjurations serve not merely as objects of visual fascination but as portals to a world teetering on the brink of ethereal balance. These pieces, crafted with a finesse that speaks to both the fragility and resilience of existence, are imbued with the essence of Dubai’s architectural marvels and the whispering sands that surround it. Each stroke, each layer of vibrant color, is a testament to the city’s spirit of innovation—a beacon of modernity that echoes the artist’s exploration of harmony between the digital and the corporeal.
Chatriot’s "Fragile Ecosystem" performances and installations, integral components of the exhibition, transcend the traditional boundaries of art, merging the breath of life with the pulse of technology. Through the lens of her visionary practice, the exhibition mirrors the paradoxical nature of Dubai itself—a metropolis carved out of the desert, embodying the coexistence of contrasting realms.
The exhibition, while reveling in the aesthetic, plunges deeper, probing the narratives that unfold when humanity and its creations reach a nexus not of conflict but of coalescence. It is a dialogue between the sands of time and the relentless march of progress, between the human touch and the cold precision of the digital. "If That Glass Breaks, Humanity Is Doomed" is not just a display of artistic endeavor; it is a reflection on the delicate equilibrium that sustains us, set against the backdrop of a city that stands as a monument to the extraordinary feats of which humanity is capable.
In this space, Chatriot doesn't merely show us what is or what could be; she crafts a space where the fragile assemblages of our existence—like dense blocks of color on the brink of collapse—find a momentary anchor. In Dubai, a city that itself is a testament to mankind's reach towards the skies, her exhibition becomes a metaphor for the precarious yet beautiful balance on which our future hinges. Through her art, Salomé Chatriot offers a sobering yet hopeful commentary on the interconnectedness of our world, inviting us to ponder, appreciate, and perhaps find solace in the fragile ecosystem we all inhabit.
Join us at Volery Gallery to experience the unveiling of Salomé Chatriot’s latest exhibition and to embark on a transformative journey that echoes the innovative spirit and harmonious pursuit that define Dubai.
Opening Date:
April 18, 2024 | 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Exhibition will run until May 15, 2024
For inquiries and to register interest on the Preview List please email us at info@volerygallery.com
