Murat Aksakal
Confrontation
9 - 20 August 2023
G2
Opening Night
Friday 11 Aug | 6pm – 8pm
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In the depths of human experience lies myriad emotions and complexities that shape who we are. Passions burn bright, and expectations soar high, yet losses and betrayals leave scars on the soul. Hope shines like a beacon, while irreversible decisions made in moments of uncertainty can haunt us like ghosts. These buried corpses of experiences reside within the recesses of our hearts, hidden like the dark side of the moon.
Amidst the chaos of life, we find ourselves entangled in a web of promises and loyalty, only to face the sting of abandonment and anger. Love, a force both gentle and powerful, weaves its way through our lives, sometimes caressing us like a gentle breeze and other times pulling us into a whirlpool of emotions.
Strange as it may seem, the beliefs we hold and the truths we accept do not always reflect the true essence of our being, yet they form a substantial part of our existence. A simple sound, like a glass shattering on the floor and the wine spilling, can evoke deep-rooted memories and emotions in the recesses of our subconscious.
These questions and emotions find tangible form in the reflections we see in the mirror. The person staring back is an amalgamation of all these acknowledged and suppressed experiences. Rather than shying away, one should embrace these reflections and confront the depths of their contradictions.
These reflections are not static; they are dynamic, just like us. They must face themselves and come to terms with their complexities, much like the person they represent. Ultimately, we are all united in our struggles, seeking understanding and resolution.
So, don't turn away from the mirror. Look deep into those eyes and find solace in the journey of self-discovery. Embrace the chaos, for within it lies the essence of what makes us human.
Contact
Phone : (03) 9482 3550
mail@redgallery.com.au
Address
157 St Georges Rd
Fitzroy North, Victoria, 3068
Map
How to get here
Tram: route 11
Stop 21 just north of Edinburgh Gardens
Melway ref: 30B12
Parking in nearby streets
Bus: 504 (Reid Street)
