Everything We Do Is Really, Really Brilliant, 2022
Everything We Do Is Really, Really Brilliant, 2022
Single-channel video installation
Duration: 15min 53sec, Shooting format: HD
Screening ratio: 16:9, Sound: stereo
Courtesy of the Artist ©
The work starts and delves into the intricate aspects of humanity's position and the weight it carries in an uncertain future. It offers a thought-provoking exploration of our often surprising predictions regarding the consequences of the algorithms we create, while simultaneously disregarding their potential impact on the surrounding environment. Everything We Do Is Really, Really, Brilliant, emerges as a poignant warning, shedding light on the transformative trajectory of the human species.
Within the installation, the work presents a profound examination of the evolving nature of our relationship with the natural world. It exposes the unsettling shift from a deep-seated fear of nature to an unprecedented desire for control, even extending to the manipulation of nature itself. This narrative unveils a disconcerting truth: the very complexity that defines us as a species also renders us the least accountable for the consequences of our actions. The centerpiece of this artistic endeavor is a captivating video installation that meticulously documents the powerful current of the Lepenc River, known for being the fastest-flowing river in Kosovo. By a twist of fate, the once pristine clarity of the river becomes obfuscated, serving as a metaphorical catalyst for questioning the future that lies ahead. This visual exploration seamlessly weaves together our collective fantasies and anxieties, converging them into a singular response: as beings situated on the precipice between the human and the divine, we, the human race, bear an immense responsibility for the days yet to come.
It is through this introspective journey that the installation beckons viewers to confront the intricacies of our existence and the implications of our actions. Even the simplest dance of our residual presence in the river assumes a profound significance, resembling a somber and symbolic ritual, perhaps even a final farewell. It emphasizes our deep-rooted connection to the natural world and underscores the weight of our role as custodians of the future. Ultimately, the work transcends its visual and conceptual dimensions, assuming the role of a curatorial vessel that carries the weight of contemplation and self-reflection. It invites viewers to engage in a dialogue with their complicity in shaping the path ahead, inspiring a renewed sense of responsibility and a heightened awareness of the intricate interplay between humanity, nature, and the divine.
* The artist ( Driton Selmani ) worked on a unique performance in collaboration with actor & performer: Tristan Halilaj, who produced a site-specific soundtrack for the video on the trumpet upon request.
Single-channel video installation
Duration: 15min 53sec
Shooting format: HD
Screening ratio: 16:9
Sound: stereo
Courtesy of the Artist ©
Single-channel video installation
Duration: 15min 53sec
Shooting format: HD
Screening ratio: 16:9
Sound: stereo
Courtesy of the Artist ©
Single-channel video installation
Duration: 15min 53sec
Shooting format: HD
Screening ratio: 16:9
Sound: stereo
Courtesy of the Artist ©