This exhibition showcases the multi-media artist Daniel Pešta, exploring themes of life under repression and the transition to freedom. The exhibition includes a spatial installation titled 'Gravitation Zero,' dedicated as a homage to choreographer Pina Bausch.
The exhibition "Gravitation Zero" by multi-media artist Daniel Pešta delves into profound aspects of human existence, drawing from his experiences of life under communist repression and his subsequent life in a free world. Pešta's work, presented through pictures, resinous objects, "Genetic Codes," videos, and assemblages, navigates themes of isolation, the relativity of morality, and the psychological analysis of individuals and society. The exhibition's atmosphere is described as having a haze comparable to Pina Bausch's choreographies, for whom Pešta dedicates a significant spatial installation, 'Gravitation Zero.' This installation features twelve figurines in stopped motion, their expressions ambivalent and lit by an inner light, hinting at both good times and dark secrets.
Daniel Pešta is a widely recognized artist who has participated in numerous renowned biennales and received several awards for his creative endeavors. He is a member of the Czech Artistic Association Mánes and maintains studios in Prague and Frankfurt-am-Main. This exhibition in Solingen, with its revised concept and title, serves as a significant presentation of his work, exploring the deep connection between personal experience and broader societal commentary.