BODY | FW CROSS

An Overview of the BODY Artists and Their Works

BODY is not just a collection of performances but an exploration of human perception, relationships, and resilience. It draws you into a world where the human form is a versatile canvas, capable of articulating profound thoughts and complex emotions.

Self-taught stop motion artist, Diane Lindo, offers a stunning narrative with her piece “What You Seem”. The short, improvised horror animation is more than a simple spectacle; it mirrors her unfiltered thoughts, merging subconscious symbolism with palpable significance. In particular, it revolves around the concept of being misunderstood, a universal human experience that resonates with a wide audience.

Sculptor and performance artist David Henry Nobody Jr. presents “You Can Dish It Out But You Can’t Take It”. His piece stands as a visual metaphor, encapsulating the multifaceted nature of emotional relationships and societal expectations. Through his performance, viewers are encouraged to reflect on their personal relationships and societal roles.

Jan Hakon Erichsen, a Norwegian performance artist, offers “Blow Out” — a work that brings everyday objects to life in a profoundly human way. Here, Erichsen reinterprets the body by morphing objects into extensions of the self through intentional destruction. The journey of a balloon—from touch, to flight, to burst—is symbolic of transience, resilience, and mutability, underscoring the inherent beauty in change, while revealing how transformation can lead to newfound strength and flexibility.

Each piece within this curated release resonates with the complexities of the human condition, embodying the essence of performance art: a medium for personal expression, communication, and introspection.