The fabric used in the Climate Change project explores the evolution of temperatures and humidity in Ghana over a period of three decades, from 1989 to 2021. The artist designed specific patterns to interpret this climate aspect. The data used to create the pattern is closely linked to the path of the sun and its strong impact on light, temperature, and humidity: the sun's rays are increasingly filtered through the atmosphere due to pollution. The patterns depict the evolution over time, as well as daily and seasonal variations in light. The artist collaborated with weaver Jimmy Amegayie, known for his traditional patterns, to explore climate change. This collaboration opened up possibilities for creating a sense of softness in the fabric and a diversity of textures in the fractal design. Each kente strip represents one year.
Alice Raymond was born in France, but lived in several countries as part of her practice of relocation. She is currently based in Accra, Ghana. Her work is focused on sculpting and semantics. She holds an Advanced Diploma in Visual Arts and in Science of Language. Her work is presented in galleries and institutions in the United States and Europe (including MoCA NoMi, the ICA in San Jose California, FRAC Bordeaux France).
Photo: Maša Pirc / BIEN 2023
