Dante Korda
Mekanical Ink: A Fusion of Art, Nature, and Science
In the confines of my laboratory, where conditions are meticulously controlled, the creation of these specimens wasn't just a scientific endeavor but an artistic exploration as well. Who am I kidding? This isn't merely a playful experiment; it's a profound inquiry into the essence of creation itself.
Behind you lies the blood as ink—not just any ink, but one that bleeds into the fabric of our understanding of the world. This blood ink challenges our perceptions, intertwining the natural with the artistic, and blurring the lines between the feminine essence and the animalistic object. This critique of traditional views isn't obsolete but rather a vibrant representation of nature as both an idea and a tangible source of creativity, emerging robustly in the intellectual aftermath of the Enlightenment.
Then, there is the milk ink, a symbol of both the natural and the supernatural. It questions the very fabric of our material perceptions and the ornamental status we confer upon objects. This ink delves into the value of what we consider sacrificial, exploring the interconnectedness of constructed forms. Nature, in this context, appears both dead and fragmented—a grotesque amalgamation of mismatched parts, representing the scientific endeavor devoid of regard for the living form. Such a study poses risks to our empirical understanding, challenging the norms of discovery and control.
Respect the mystery.
Lastly, the gold ink speaks to the ornate, the decorative, and the consumerist desires within us all. The primary focus here isn't on the inherent meaning of artworks but on how they are interpreted and understood in the cultural milieu. Rather than indulging in self-gratification through the artistic process, this exploration reflects on the advancement of economic management and illustrates how nature is both produced and dominated by human intervention. Again, who am I kidding? This isn't just art—it's a statement on the human condition and our relentless pursuit to control and redefine the natural world.
Mekanical Ink is more than a collection of colors; it's a philosophical and cultural critique, a mirror reflecting our complex relationships with nature, art, and each other.