Illusive Art Collective Unveils Provocative Exhibition in London: ‘Paradise Lost’…
8DJ 83y0nd will present their inaugural exhibition, ‘Paradise Lost‘ later this month. Renowned for disruptive and thought-provoking installations, 83y0nd creates fine art from paintings and sculpture, through to sound design and immersive experiences.
For ‘Paradise Lost’, they embark on a transformative journey where the allure of pristine landscapes collide with the stark realities of human impact. The venue has been transformed into a dystopian beachscape that urges reflection on the delicate balance between human activity and the natural world.
16 paintings are set in an immersive environment where actors lounge beneath a palm tree constructed from discarded tyres, periodically reaching into their cooler filled with trash and discarding it onto the beach. A resident’ ‘beach cleaner’ promptly collects the trash and deposits it into a modified bin, which in turn expels it back onto the beach, symbolising the relentless cycle of pollution. Attendees will also be offered refreshments in the guise of resin lollipops encapsulating pieces of trash, further emphasizing the pervasive nature of waste.
All rubbish used in the exhibition has been collected from beaches and nature spots around the UK, underscoring the tangible impact of pollution on our shores and countryside.
83y0nd’s work is characterised by a style termed ‘Newer Objectivity,’ confronting modern realities, where what initially appears alluring, leaves the viewer in deep contemplation, demanding us to confront our actions.
This exhibition follows 83y0nd’s previous guerrilla installation on Hastings beach titled ’83y0nd The Sea’ that coincided with Endangered Species Day 2024 to highlight the potential implications of global warming, inviting us to question government policy and wasteful spending. ‘Paradise Lost’ promises to be a compelling experience, challenging perceptions and encouraging reflection on humanity’s relationship with the environment.
Paradise Lost, Thursday, March 27th 2025 from 6- 9pm at The Farsight Gallery, 4 Flitcroft Street, WC2H
