Solenn Heussaff's third solo exhibit, "Kundiman", is a literal love song set to art
Solenn Heussaff's upcoming solo exhibit has—incredibly—been years in the making. "Kundiman", as it is entitled, is set to premiere on 25 March 2021 at the Modeka Art Gallery. Curated by Teresa Herrera, the show features bold imagery that alludes to empathy and awareness. It is set to run until the 24th of April 2021.
"When I paint, I basically share my emotions to everyone," Heussaff shares of her work. "Whether or not someone else is going to see what I mean, that's still a big question until today [but] I always learn something new from my own work. It starts a conversation all the time."
And true enough, Heussaff's works are a provocative glimpse into familiar scenes. Most of the pieces are large-scale paintings "set in destitute environments"; while these shed a light on the plight of many of our countrymen, it also provides a vessel into becoming more empathetic towards those around us. "The perspective and eye contact with the subjects says, 'I see you', giving awareness for their conditions, but most importantly, acknowledgement for their humanity," says Herrera.
