(One of the works on the exhibition)
An exhibition by Andrew McGibbon is
currently running in the Mezzanine Gallery
The Horse is a beast of legend, taking on
its own character, personality, emotion and mythology, explains McGibbon.
All
The Wild Horses is a tribute to the beast that has
made much of what we call life possible. The images are reminiscent of the
portraiture of the rich and famous. The artist has attempted, and succeeded, to
show a sense of personality and emotion - sadness in some cases and pride in
others.
For thousands of years the horse has been
mankind's closest ally.
The horse made travel and development
possible.
We tethered, weighted and reined them.
We captured, stabled and trained them.
Ever willing, the horse was the magnificent
tool of man’s ingenuity.
The Horse is a beast of legend, taking on
its own character, personality, emotion and mythology.
However, with the advent of the steam engine
the horse was made obsolete, and now they are resigned to the realm of shows
and races, a world of equestrian sport, a mere shadow of the beast’s former
glory.
Painstakingly lit, this body of work is
about the horse itself to which we all feel a connection, whether it's obvious
or deep down in our collective subconscious. There is a sense of awe that this
beast inspires in each and every one of us.
The exhibition runs at the KZNSA Gallery
until July 21. The
KZNSA Gallery is situated at 166 Bulwer
Road, Glenwood, in Durban. More information on 031 277 1703, fax
031 201 8051 or cell 082 220 0368 or visit www.kznsagallery.co.za
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