A two-person exhibition that occurred from September 6, 2024, to October 25, 2024, at Visible Records in Charlottesville, VA. This show was a part of the Freeman Artist Residency of which I was a resident from September 2023 to September 2024.
The press release:
"Aesthetics of Care" is an exploration of the nuanced and often overlooked aspects of caregiving in contemporary society. Through various mediums, found and made, this exhibition delves into the intimate and profound connections formed through acts of care; whether they are between individuals, within communities, or concerning the artists’ environment. The works on display challenge traditional notions of caregiving and invite viewers to reflect on the beauty and complexity of care, recognizing it as both an art form and a vital social practice.
The show emphasizes the aesthetics inherent in caregiving, drawing attention to the subtle gestures, spaces, and relationships that are often taken for granted. Gibson and Vijay use their work to interrogate societal values and propose a more compassionate and interconnected way of living. By focusing on care as a central theme, the exhibition seeks to inspire a deeper appreciation for the acts of care that sustain us all.
“பூட்டு”
Sheep wool, alpaca wool, cotton, pine, Gamcha cotton
Sheep wool, alpaca wool, cotton, pine, Gamcha cotton
“There’s Tank Bund dust in my eyes”
Acrylic, alpaca wool, sheep wool, pine, Gamcha cotton
Acrylic, alpaca wool, sheep wool, pine, Gamcha cotton
“When this was in circulation I was not here”
Cotton, sheep wool, pine, Gamcha cotton
Cotton, sheep wool, pine, Gamcha cotton
“You know someone Romanian?
Acrylic, cotton, Alpaca wool, pine, Gamcha cotton
Acrylic, cotton, Alpaca wool, pine, Gamcha cotton
“I’d like to keep track of you”
“Find my Friends” screenshots, sheep wool
“Find my Friends” screenshots, sheep wool
“Ran into a cow on my walk”
Alpaca wool, sheep wool, cotton, acrylic, pine
Alpaca wool, sheep wool, cotton, acrylic, pine
