what if i forget
what if i forget is a culmination of the artist’s exploration of memory and material. Beka draws inspiration from the wear and debris accumulated over time within her materials and site, referencing the traces of human interaction embedded in objects and spaces, to create a dialogue between environment, material and form. The materiality and methodology of this exhibition speak to the overlap of experiences had on and outside of found materials, as well as the energy inherently held in the materials themselves. The traces of experiences are vital to the aesthetic and conceptual rationale of the work, which explores themes of memory, forgetting, and the act of preserving or holding onto what could be forgotten, ultimately realised through the process of setting/concealing memories in metal.
Please note that this is an intimate underground venue with low ceilings, only accessible through a staircase.
Presented by: Martina Beka
Martina Beka is a multidisciplinary artist specialising in sculpture and installation. Her practice explores the intersection between materiality and self. Martina employs found materials, referencing the traces of human interaction and experiences embedded through these materials. The artist establishes connectivity in her work by forming non-hierarchical relationships with materials, evoking intimacy and parallels between experiences shared through material and self. Acts of reversing, skinning, prying open and releasing tension points are central to the conception and interpretation of her work. Her minimal sculptures and installations highlight seductive qualities of surface and tactility which continue to evolve as the artist interacts with the work.
Sessions
Ticket Prices
Free Event (No Tickets Needed)
1 Venue
Adelaide Arcade
Opposite the fountain in Rundle Mall, 112-118 Grenfell St, Adelaide, Kaurna
Opposite the fountain in Rundle Mall
- The only access to this space is via steps/stairs.
- Venue is suitable for all ages
Suitability & Warnings
Please note
Themes of loss
Accessibility
- High Visual Content
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language