Afrofuturism artists explore social change
MABONENG PRECINCT - An exhibition featuring the artwork of Detroit-based collective, Complex Movements will open at GoetheonMain this month.
Curated by Ingrid LaFleur, Where Paradise Grows was inspired by the transformations taking place in Detroit and Johannesburg, and will explore the idea of Utopia.
The collective combines the talents of visual artist Wesley Taylor, lyricist and activist Invincible, creative technologist Carlos Garcia, and music producer Waajeed.
“In collaboration with architect Aaron Jones, they have designed a post-apocalyptic world using art installation, gaming techniques, video projection, interactive hip-hop performance and creative technology,” said GoetheonMain spokesperson Benjamin Keuffel.
“This alternate reality investigates the relationship between complex science and social justice movements, and explores a new theory for social change in the world.”
The exhibition is part of the larger curatorial project, Afrotopia, created by LaFleur.
The project uses the Afrofuturism arts movement as a tool for transformative education in Detriot, USA, and beyond.
Where Paradise Grows will run from 10 July until 4 August at GoetheonMain, 245 Main Street, Maboneng Precinct.
Details: 011 442 3232; www.goethe.de/goetheonmain; www.detroitisafrotopia.com
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