A Bigger Splash is a group exhibition gathering together works surrounding the subject of water; showcasing the subjective relationships of a group of seven international artists whose practices dive deep into this element. It is about the human experience and the molecule that composes 99% of our cells. It is colourless, and takes any shape or form, it is unpredictable and at times destructive. In contrast it also soothes and shines, providing it with meditative qualities. This exhibition gives us the opportunity to look at water for what it is, in a dynamic way. What does this natural source mean to us? How do we connect to it?

 

The combination of water and light created life on earth 3 billion years ago, ever since it is a part of our daily existence, whether for survival needs or pleasure. In the Chinese Culture water is characterized through relationships between humans; Yan Zhuang’s paintings portray water systems in our cities, towns, villages and countryside. Alexander Glass’ installations portray interaction with water sports highlighting the traits of pleasure and violence. 

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Pierre Pauze’s video art Laxt Memory, showcases the intellectual qualities of water. It carries signatures of other organisms, spreading out memories of other lives, while Hadar Mitz’s videos reflect the tensions between the source of life and humanity. Félicie Kurtudo explores the man made Ladies Pond, in Hampstead Heath, London, by using curatorial research methods, in particular Hydrofeminism. Throughout the entire space, Roni Horn’s voice echoes in her monologue Saying Water, telling its importance in our existence. 

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Water is an integral part of religion in the Eastern Philosophy, and is considered therapeutic. Korean artist Kim Tschang-Yeul has been treating the droplet motif in his canvases and sculptures. The Glass drops are a reflection of the quality of water in a new form, freezed, yet displays it’s liquidity, colourless yet filled with rays of light. Combining together in one drop all its surroundings, exhibiting the importance and presence of water everywhere we go. 

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