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EDEL ASSANTI- The Hot New Place
- Charming Charlie Fellowes recently introduced me to his new gallery project in Victoria. EDEL ASSANTI.
An old 3 story exposed brick building with an eerie underground feel
on Vauxhall Bridge Road a stones throw from Victoria Station.
The exhibition on show was THE ALCHEMISTS which explored the meaning of alchemy in relation to visual art. The idea is developed over each floor in 3 chapters. The one that particularly caught my eye was the first chapter " Colourless Eureka" which has inspired me for my next collection.
JANG-oh HONG a Goldsmiths graduate has sculpted a set of ethereal knuckle dusters which are mind blowing. They have been created using broken glass, refuse and found objects. Wearable? maybe not but a stunning work of art.
Glistening in the corner was the diamond shape (or Superman for some ) installation made out of faceted glass ring boxes. A brilliant representation of the ultimate alchemist, being able to turn base materials into objects of aesthetic beauty, desire and intrigue.
Now showing at the Edel Assanti opening this month is Venetia Deardon's GLASTONBURY- ANOTHER STAGE from 10th June- 4th July.. get your festival spirit on and head down there!The address:
