Quasimodo's twin perfected the drop-down sneak attack.
That’s my favourite title of all of Peter Mammes’ artworks at his exhibition, Absurd Objects, And Other Relics For The Future, currently happening Upstairs@Bamboo in Melville…
It’s the end result of well on three years of work, and definitely worth a visit. The collection of sculptures, paintings and puppets fascinate with their delving into the more bizarre aspects of human anatomy and medical conditions, specifically the way we perceive so-called “physical deformities”, and how society and culture conditions us to react to such abberrations. Why are deformities and difference necessarily seen as ugly, or unacceptable?
Dr Harold Shipman, probably the most successful serial killer in history (the good doctor killed about 218 people – that are actually known and positvely ascribed to him…) makes repeat appearances in the works, as do various religious markers and ideas. It pushes the thin line between normal and absurd, and investigates how we define these concepts.
- Peter’s painted-wood sculptures channel ancient woodcuts.
Peter’s meticulous research and obvious passion for his chosen art form makes this an exhibition that will satisfy curious souls and provide lots of fodder to think on… So go support – it’s on until the 3rd of March! And he’s more than willing to answer any and all questions you might have! (I bet you will have some…)
If you can’t make it, go check out some of his work at www.kettlehandle.com.
Tags: exhibition, Harold Shipman, Peter Mammes, Upstairs@Bamboo
Yes, I agree! His art is thought-provoking, original and lingers in your mind days after viewing it. Congratulations Peter… I hope we will experience many such exhibitions in years to come.
Wow, so awesome, ek dink Peter gaan uit sy vel uitspring as hy dit lees!