t a h i r a m a n d a r i n o
artist - curator
Tahira Mandarino is an Artist - Curator.
Through the use of drawing, painting, textile film, photography and site specific, Tahira brings to light aspects that are often hidden or overlooked.
Central to the work is the theme of exposure, capturing moments of vulnerability and emotional unveiling, while also embodying the paradox of being seen but not seen.
Simultaneously Tahira explores the absence of the father, delving into the emotional and quiet void left by his departure. Through this exploration, the work sparks a conversation about loss, identity, and the complexities of relationships, allowing each viewer to form their own understanding and connection to the themes. Tahira embraces a symbiotic approach, emphasising that nothing exists entirely by itself.
Many things influence me.
The everday. Objects.
As I walk,
As I talk,
As I sing,
When it rains .
When it doesn’t.
When I’m busy, when I sleep.
Embrace.
To alter , to detect, to master with affect.
Ways of arranging, setting up compositions.
Boundries, how loud or how quiet?
A diagram, a map, circuit or guide?
Investigate a logic
Language, state of mind.
freedom to explore
Collaborate, integrate, accumulate ideas, share a conversation.
Language, text on a page, shapes, circuits. An anchor to hold.
Colours to describe ,filmic painting
Delicious views.
Rhythm , sounds , music recipes.