My first artist residency was for two years, starting in 2020. By 2021 I was invited to participate in a group exhibition called “Virtual Remains” curated by TK Smith. The title of my installation was “FREE WIFI”. I have a number of stories about the word WIFI, but first lets start with pronounciation which is (wee-fee) .
WIFI was someone who saw a way out into the world and dedicated his life to travel and film. At the time of his death his only belongings were in a trunk, including a bunch of old hard drives. There were no photos of WIFI, so this drawing was created to represent his spirit at his homegoing ceremony. Everything had gone digital during that time, even the funerals; so with this installation I was challenged to examine the effectiveness of sharing and preserving memories and emotions thru digital means…
I could go on, but I just wanted to introduce you to this character’s first appearance in any of my work.
WIFI URN
2021
sculpture by Ellex Swavoni
ceramic, plywood stand and fabric
“VIRTUAL REMAINS” INSTALLATION during ATLANTA BIENNIALE at ATLANTA CONTEMPORARY
At CITY OF INK 18TH ANNIVERSARY ART EXHIBIT, Feb 2025
“ A LIL FREE WIFI”
2025
oil stick, various papers, acrylic on wood
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sketch
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