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Push Me, Pull Me, 2010
Helen De Main
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Push me, Pull me is a sculptural installation drawing direct formal reference from the shape, colour and texture of canopies and awnings that adorn the shops and cafes of Ramallah. These objects have been scaled down in size, to almost human proportions, losing their functionality as a means of providing shelter, and becoming somewhat absurd presented alone on the terrace of the gallery.
Within the first structure, the two sides of it are seemingly pulling against one another in an attempt to move in opposite directions. Brightly coloured and glossy fabric has been stretched tightly over each side of the metal frame, defining it’s shape and contours, whilst the central section is shrouded by a large tent-like piece of black fabric. The struggle each of the sides is caught in creates a tension in the matt black fabric that binds them together, disallowing either side to escape. A second structure can be seen on the periphery of the terrace, staggering away from the scene.
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Size : Dimensions variable
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Material : Aluminum and fabric
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Location : Alhoash Gallery
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Date of work : 2010
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