Withering
3 Diasec C-prints, 120×180 cm, 2007
With Projections Teresa Chen presents a fascinating aesthetic interaction between writing and smooth skin. In her works the artist reaches for a seductive amalgamation of enigmatic writing and sculptural body masses. As it is characteristic of her work, she places the sensual beauty in a state of tension with the unfathomable, abysmal, repulsive and transitory.
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This is also confirmed by the contrasting inclusion of three pictures of faded flowers, with which Chen stretches the arch of the exhibition from the beginning of life until its ending
Ruth Littman, from the press release for Projections (select “Show Information”)