Florine Imo: ‘As Light as a Feather’

7 June - 6 July, 2024

I have always seen myself as one of the inhabitants of my painted universe.

Lately, I’ve sensed a shift in the atmosphere; my paintings are evolving.

Forgiveness and sacrifice descend from the sky, intricately intertwined and inseparable.

An enduring radiance resides within the Earth Angel.

A perpetual light resembling an unwavering star.

Does it ever fade?

The Earth Angel surrenders to evil without fear or judgement, embracing only forgiveness in its heart.

When two Earth Angels cross paths, the world momentarily halts its rotation.

Everything freezes, suspended in a fleeting moment of eternity.

The celestial beings on my canvas whisper a tale of transcendence.

An ethereal energy awakens within me as though their essence resides within me.

The canvas becomes a portal. I am going in.

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The genesis of ‘As Light as a Feather’ began in the Holy Trinity Church in Angel, London, where I created a new series of paintings and a sculptural installation. The final product is an immersive journey into the celestial realm of angels, exploring the multifaceted essence of femininity. The exhibition transforms lbf contemporary into an otherworldly sanctuary – a gateway to heaven created with ceramic feathers cascading from the ceiling and the mirrored floor mimicking celestial pathways, beckoning viewers to transcend the mundanity of earthly existence and enter my painted universe: the domain of Angels. Born from the confluence of my diverse artistic pursuits as a painter, sculptor, and poet, the exhibition is a testament to the interplay between spirituality, humanity, and personal introspection. At the heart of the exhibition are the Angels, my female reinterpretations of the otherworldly beings who partake in unique scenes challenging conventional perceptions of purity and perfection.

– Florine Imo, edited by Charlotte T. Russell

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