Jennilee Marigomen, Disco Ball, 2017, chromogenic print, 46 x 33 cm. Courtesy of the Artist.
Jennilee Marigomen, The Deer That Saw Us, Nara, 2018, chromogenic print, 46 x 33 cm. Courtesy of the Artist.
Jennilee Marigomen, Cabin, Kamloops, 2017, chromogenic print, 46 x 33 cm. Courtesy of the Artist.
Jennilee Marigomen, Disco Ball, 2017, chromogenic print, 46 x 33 cm. Courtesy of the Artist.
Jennilee Marigomen, The Deer That Saw Us, Nara, 2018, chromogenic print, 46 x 33 cm. Courtesy of the Artist.
Jennilee Marigomen, Cabin, Kamloops, 2017, chromogenic print, 46 x 33 cm. Courtesy of the Artist.
Sehnsucht
Opening Reception
Thursday, April 18, 5 – 7 PM
Jennilee Marigomen’s exhibition explores the space between everyday phenomena and the ephemeral. With a keen eye for capturing fleeting moments and the beauty found in everyday life, Marigomen delves into the realm of human intervention and reflection in the natural world.
In this exhibition, Marigomen’s photographs provide a unique perspective on the ever-changing landscape, often overlooked in the busyness of life. In her photographs, we witness the delicate dance between stillness and time, allowing us to reflect on the transience and changing nature of our surroundings. Using light, reflections, and saturated colours, Marigomen creates images that evoke a sense of quiet introspection, inviting viewers to pause and contemplate the world around them.
Amidst the realities of forest fires and environmental challenges, Marigomen strives to be optimistic; yet, as the title Sehnsucht (the German noun for longing) suggests, her photographs straddle between optimism and melancholy. She contemplates the imperfections of life, hoping for a better future for the next generation. Her work searches for happiness as well as accepting the inevitable.
Through Marigomen’s lens, we are reminded of the intricate connection between humanity and the natural world, encouraging us to consider our role in preserving the beauty and tranquillity that exists in the midst of change.
