SEEFOOD ROOM Gallery is pleased to present Find Me At The End Of The Cave, a Marcelo Canevari @marcelocanevari and Ornella Pocetti @ornellapocetti duo exhibition curated by City Of Talents @cityoftalents from 2 August to 17 August 2024 at G/F, 1 Prince's Terrace, Mid-Levels in Hong Kong.
Dynamic duo Canevari and Pocetti has begun an experimental dialogue since 2018, thereby producing art that doubles as a secret language between them. Their eccentric fusion was documented in several duo exhibitions and musical album covers as their distinctive chemistry was recognised by international galleries and musicians. The symbolism in their creations permeate in the form of nature with a surrealistic twist - their works feature uncanny scenes and strange creatures contrasted by serene landscapes as the backdrop. Embellished by dreamlike lightning, this series exudes an eerie beauty veiled around the undisturbed haven.
The duo paint through a game-like approach inspired by Canevari's heartwarming practice with his late father - he and his late father used to paint together like playing Exquisite Corpse, a game where a collection of images is collectively assembled as each member takes turns to add to the composition. Upon his father's passing, the final game was involuntarily at halt, leaving a mourning Canevari unreciprocated on the canvas. As the secret language evolved between Canevari and Ornella, the final painting found its bittersweet closure, sealed by the duo's tacit companionship.
The end of the rainbow is a vividly positive imagery often used to describe a place that holds treasure, yet is also difficult to reach. With a poignant twist, the duo decided to shelter this series at the end of the cave instead, with their secret language scribbled across the walls to archive their shared universe.