New Additions: Rhiannon Gwyn
Updated: Jul 6, 2021
About the series 'Yr Aur o dan yr Eithin’ / ‘The Gold beneath the Gorse’
The title of this body of work, ‘The Gold beneath the Gorse’, is taken from the Welsh proverb 'Gold under gorse, silver under bracken, starvation under heather'. The gorse and bracken soils were valuable enough in the context of Welsh hill farming to inspire the proverb which refers to the prosperity of the uplands in the early modern period. With the same appreciation for the endowment of the land, I use slate, clay and gorse which to me are all forms of gold that embody the rich textures, histories and memories of a place.
I really like how the artist turns slate, clay, and gorse into symbols of the landscape’s history and value. The idea of finding beauty and meaning in ordinary materials made me think of Crossy Road, a casual arcade game where I enjoy how simple environments, colors, and small visual details can give each setting its own character.
Combining quick combat with competitive teamwork, 2v2.io challenges players to communicate effectively, react quickly, and coordinate their moves while facing another team in fast and unpredictable battles.