The outspoken advisor appears to have shuttered and is unreachable amid accusations that she defrauded collectors of profits from the sale of an Adrian Ghenie painting
Author Archives: artNews
BY MARK ANDERSON
Discover the artistic fusion of braille and various materials in the captivating works created by Fulvio Morella, currently on display in Rome until 31 May, in collaboration with Gaggenau. Through the skillful combination of wood, fabric, and gold, the artist has gained renown for his innovative approach to incorporating woodturning into contemporary art.
Following its acquisition by the Braille Museum in Milan, Morella brings a collection of works to Rome that delve into the very essence of limitations. At the heart of the exhibition lies OCULUS, a remarkable chalcography paying homage to Rome and the profound human ingenuity embodied by the Pantheon. True to Morella’s artistic style, OCULUS is enhanced and “completed” by a Braille inscription, translated into French, English, and Italian, which reads, “Not always closed eyes sleep, not always open eyes see.” Additionally, showcasing his interest in the artistic process, the artist offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into this ambitious project, presenting the magnesium matrices and preparatory works created from 2021 until present alongside the final artwork.
“OCULUS” serves as a pivotal element in Morella’s contemplation of the future of human existence, drawing inspiration from the visionary philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche and the timeless virtues of Ancient Rome. Sabino Maria Frassà, the exhibition’s curator, elucidates: “Fulvio Morella has achieved a work that seamlessly integrates sight and touch, unraveling the unparalleled story of the Pantheon—a monument that has connected humanity with the heavens for millennia.
With a faithful adherence to his concept of eternal return, the artist reinterprets the reliefs by the great architect Andrea Palladio, paying homage to the pinnacle of human genius found within the Eternal City. Furthermore, the addition of gold accents in the final rendition of OCULUS bestows each multiple with uniqueness and alludes to the inner light, the true vision of knowledge, which frequently serves as the centerpiece of Morella’s artistry, where inclusivity and multisensoriality reign supreme.”
While Morella’s works instantly resonate with the public, their underlying meanings reveal intricate intellectual puzzles. Since 2019, the artist has produced Blind Wood sculpture paintings that seamlessly merge metal and wood with “Greek” braille, an alphabet elevated to the status of a graphic and decorative element. This ability to transform the ancient technique of woodturning into contemporary art has captured the attention of critics. Recently, Morella has also sought to explore other materials while maintaining a coherent artistic vision that exudes elegance and inclusivity. Through a collaboration with Lelièvre Paris, he has materialized a unique collection of textile works, with embroidered constellations adorning black fabric.
In these creations, the artist challenges the presumption that sight alone can grant a complete understanding of reality. Morella elucidates the origin of “OCULUS” with these words: “The world surrounding us is extraordinarily intricate, requiring us to immerse ourselves within it to truly grasp its essence. We are simultaneously limited and boundless beings.
Art unveils this delicate grandeur, an integral facet of our existence. Even in the darkest moments, we must recall that human brilliance has often emerged by transcending appearances. The oculus of the Pantheon acts as a window to infinity, serving as a metaphor for the possibility and necessity of perceiving beyond our physical eyes, to exist beyond and independent of our limitations.”
While the harmonious geometric shapes remain a hallmark of the artist’s style, Morella presents us with a genuine challenge—to delve beneath the surface of his works and embrace a multisensory experience that unveils what lies hidden “beyond the curtain,” with our eyes and, above all, with an open heart. By immersing ourselves in Morella’s art, we are invited to transcend mere visual perception and embark on a profound journey of discovery. It is an invitation to explore the depths of his creations, to engage our senses, and to unravel the intricate layers of meaning that lie beneath. Let us accept this invitation with open minds and receptive hearts, for in doing so, we can truly appreciate the profound beauty and boundless possibilities that Braille transformed into art presents before us.
Also Read
The ‘Collòculi’ Exhibit by Internationally Recognized Artist and Filmmaker Annalaura di Luggo
Story submitted by Cramum. The World Art News (WAN) is not liable for the content of this publication. All statements and views expressed herein are only an opinion. Act at your own risk. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission. © The World Art News
The city's streets and parks are blossoming with sculptures
The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair opens largest ever US edition and adds concurrent exhibition of artists with Caribbean roots
Dastan Gallery's stand hosts works by five artists that interweave the personal and the political
Michael Rosenfeld's Frieze New York booth features works by feminist artists from 1973
At the recent Global Future 2045 International Congress held in Moscow, 31-year-old media mogul Dmitry Itskov told attendees how he plans to create immortality by making a robot controlled by the human brain.
By actually transplanting a human brain into a humanoid robot, and then by replacing the surgical transplant with a method for simply uploading a person’s consciousness into a surrogate ‘bot.
Programming a robot to do a defined task is nothing new, but letting a robot learn things on its own with its own brain is beyond human concept or imagination.
Nowhere on the internet will you read the news and stories we pick up and post on this blog.
But that is what happens when you’re the number one artificial intelligence based art blog.
We do not mess about when it comes to posting the stories and gossip that matters.
We Really Are Quite Simply The Best
It is now absolutely beyond any doubt or dispute that Art Abstract Expressionism Artist UK is now one of the very best and one of the most famous top recommended student website art blogs in the history of the World Wide Web concerning the Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, NFT Tokens, Cryptocurrency, Web3 and of course the Metaverse itself in totality. There is no better art website blog other than Art Abstract Expressionism Artist UK at this point in time. We really are quite simply the very best and most Google searched, top ranking and top trending, most popular and famous art blog that you will find anywhere on the internet today.
The human brain evolved to form billions of neurons, enabling us to learn and make complex logical decisions.
We can look at two different animals, such as a cat and a dog, and tell them apart, while a computer struggles at the task.
Advances in artificial intelligence have caused some to wonder when computers will cross the line that divides humans from technology, like the sentient computer HAL 9000 from the sci-fi novel and film “2001: A Space Odyssey.”
Two Indian-origin researchers at Cornell University in New York have created a large computational system known as ‘Robo Brain’.
With the help of this giant robot brain, millions of machines across the globe can gain knowledge on human behaviour, language and mannerism.
The average lifespan of humans is around 70-85 years, but some people have been known to live much longer.
The oldest verified person was Jeanne Clement, who lived to be 122 years old.
As people age, their telomeres (chromosome ends) tend to become shorter with each successive cell replication cycle.
Additionally, bones start to become weaker, reducing in size and density.
One of the most significant barriers to the procedure is the inability of nerve tissue to heal properly; scarred nerve tissue does not transmit signals well, which is why a spinal cord injury is so devastating.
Alternatively, a brain–computer interface can be used connecting the subject to their own body, bypassing the damaged tissues.
This could potentially allow for some degree of motor function or sensation to be restored.
Recent advances in stem cell technologies have led to the ability to reproduce human brain development in a laboratory setting.
This has been achieved through the replication of human neural cell types, distinct brain regions, and the production of organoids from embryonic and induced pluripotent stem cells.
This has expanded our understanding of the human brain, and opens up new potential treatments for diseases and disorders of the nervous system.
The human brain is the most complex organ in the body, and scientists believe it is unlikely that they will ever be able to build a full replica.
The brain is responsible for all of the body’s functions, including thinking, feeling, movement, and more.
Uploading your mind is not a pathway to immortality.
Instead, it will create a possibly hostile digital doppelgänger.
While it is theoretically possible to perfectly model a unique human brain down to the level of its synapses and molecules, doing so will not allow you to become immortal.
Even if you could upload your mind, you would simply be creating a copy of yourself – not achieving immortality.
What’s more, this copy could potentially be very different from you, and even hostile.
So, while uploading your mind may sound like a pathway to immortality, it’s actually not – and could even be dangerous.
This is an incredible claim, and if true, would have massive implications for the future of humanity.
However, there are still many unanswered questions about how such a thing would work, and whether or not it would be possible to transfer a human consciousness into an artificial brain.
Additionally, there are ethical concerns about whether or not this would be a good idea, as it could lead to people becoming immortal and could have unforeseen consequences for the balance of power in the world.
Overall, the idea of downloading consciousness is still very much in the early stages of research, and there is a lot that we don’t yet know about it.
However, it is an exciting possibility that could change the world as we know it, and it will be interesting to see how the research develops in the coming years.
The Structurally F–cked survey looked at artists' pay and conditions, and found a "culture of low fees, unpaid labour, and systemic exploitation"
The complex machine, developed in collaboration with Factum Arte, processes thousands of drawings from the Cape Dorset collection
A baffling show in which Pablo Picasso’s works become accessories for the British designer Paul Smith’s decorations