Shouting is breathing
2006
Honoré d'O
A web of wires connects trees, branches, and leaves. The wires in turn are attached to four motors that occasionally cause them to tremble. This movement continues into the treetops: it is not the wind, but human intervention that makes the trees rustle gently. The artist contrasts our motorized society with nature, but the combination is pure poetry.
Details
- Plan number: B28
- Zone: Motion
- Title: Shouting is breathing
- Creator: Honoré d'O
- Date: 2006
- Material: metal, wire
- Acquisition: purchase
- Object number: MID.B.510
The installation brings real and artificial trees into conversation with each other: it is as if their breath makes the wires move. Sometimes the conversation is fluid, sometimes proceeds with fits and starts. One tree is rather quiet, the other is perhaps a bit bossy …
The motors set the wires in motion; the branches and leaves to which they are connected move with them. The speed and timing of the movement, like thought, breath, or wind, is variable. In this way, Honoré δ’O creates a capricious, “natural” rhythm, but then the wind picks up and the movement becomes truly natural.
The work of Belgian contemporary artist Honoré δ’O is characterized by his love for the magic of matter and everyday objects. At the same time, he avoids making objects: he creates playful installations in which art and reality mingle. The visitor is immersed in his poetic world, interacts with it, and becomes part of the work.
This artwork on the map
Easily navigate to Shouting is breathing by Honoré d'O and add it to your planned route.