Wednesday, 29 October 2008

Roger Hiorns - Seizure


The title 'Seizure' is what caught me at first, as i went to the location i knew i was going to be amazed. It's a feeling that the title prepares you for. My excitement built up as i put on the wellington boots and waiting in the queue to enter. My first impressions on entering the flat was pure amazement. I was just astonished at the scale of the work, I just didn't expect it. I thought it was beautiful, the cobalt blue colour was just captivating. It did feel very surreal being in the flat, it was quite sad as well knowing it was going to be eventually demolished.

The flat, located at Elephant & Castle is part of an uninhabited council block awaiting demolition. Roger Hiorns was commissioned to produce this work. The crystals are formed of copper sulphate. The flat is very small and with very low lighting it feels even smaller giving a feeling of claustrophobia and tightness. The shine of the crystals and the dampness of the floors makes it feel like an underground cave. This was a very unforgettable visit. very unusual and unique.