ART14
There are few things in the world
that can speak to everyone. Art is one of them. Whether you love it or hate it,
it inevitably wakes up a feeling in everyone. We might not understand or like every
piece of art but there’s definitely one that speaks to everyone in a special
way. What I love about art is that it’s so versatile. Art is everything – from painting
to dancing – and everything in between.
Now, I’ve got to admit, a lot of
pieces confuse me and sometimes I think some of them look like my craft
projects in school. Show me a dot on a big white canvas and I’ll laugh; maybe I’m
not that profound or cultivated but I like my art with a bit more substance. Don’t
get me wrong, I don’t want it literal, I love trying to decipher the meaning
behind it but I would rather it was more complex.
Anyway, what’s beautiful about art
is that even though after a while you start knowing what you like and you
realize you gravitate towards a certain type there’s the odd piece that
surprises you, something you would have never paid attention to, an artist you
wouldn’t typically prefer. Then there’s innovative intertwining of still art
and motion or sound, experiences that delight every sense in every possible way
you would have never imagined.
Last weekend I went to ART14 with a
friend that’s an art aficionado as well and, compared to me, an actual artist.
The exhibition took place at Olympia Grand Hall in London and the space was
absolutely huge. By the end of the day our backs were aching and we were
extremely thirsty – something the organisers must have anticipated when pricing
a bottle of water at £2.40. But it was definitely worth it. I was especially
impressed by the photography selection – so many interesting angles and
perspectives. The tickets were £12 with concession, £18 for a regular one and you
could also buy a double one which was £27. You could also have a drink inside
at one of the several cafes or at the champagne bar. And there was also a
restaurant, with a different menu created by another chef every day. All in
all, I believe it was something worth seeing and an interesting alternative to
the usual art galleries in London.
Hope you enjoy the pictures!














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