Biophilic Tendency

The artists hands are clearly visible in the ceramic pinch pots, plaques and sculptures which culminate in Biophilic Tendency. The pieces are at first glance abstracted, yet on closer inspection are united by their mimicry of natural and organic forms, including geological aggregates, coral organisms, seed pods, their resulting flora, and the landscapes in which these reside. Distilled into hand-built forms, each piece is rendered instinctively in clay then marked with intricate surface pattern. Richly layered glaze has been applied with intuitive and vivid use of colour, creating motifs that warp and shift into rhythmic decoration. Biophilic Tendency celebrates the innate human inclination to seek connections with nature and other living systems.

Ally DiMattina, Sal Felsinger, Sam Forster and Dave Mendelsohn are studio artists at Arts Project Australia (APA), an internationally leading visual arts organisation that champions neurodivergent artists and artists with intellectual disability. Through their studio program, exhibition opportunities, and professional development pathways, they empower Arts Project artists to develop their practice and meaningful careers in the contemporary art world.

Presented by Mailbox Art Space and Arts Project Australia this exhibition will open on Sunday 10 August from 4pm at Mailbox Art Space. All are welcome.

Curated by Shell Odgers.

Please note Mailbox Art Space is located in the foyer of a heritage listed building and is accessed via 8 stairs. Bathrooms are available in the Grand Hyatt across the road (entry via Russel Street). For more information please contact Mailbox Art Space at mailboxartspace@gmail.com