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Jeremiah Quarshie's Memories of Yellow: A Game of Power and Chance


Published on 2025-03-02 15:22:19 - MSN
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  • In the heart of Accra, where the relentless sun beats down, and the city pulses with life
  • a severe water crisis is affecting everyday life. Amid this challenge, renowned artist Jeremiah Quarshie is set to unveil his second solo exhibition,

"Memories of Yellow" by Jeremiah Quarshie is an interactive art installation that explores themes of power, chance, and memory through a unique game-like experience. The installation features a large, yellow, soft sculpture that visitors can interact with, which is designed to evoke a sense of playfulness and nostalgia. Participants engage in a game where they must navigate through the sculpture, making choices that reflect the unpredictability and control dynamics in life. The artwork uses the color yellow to symbolize warmth, optimism, and the sun, elements that are often associated with memories of childhood and happiness. Quarshie's work not only invites physical interaction but also prompts viewers to reflect on how memories shape our understanding of power and the randomness of life's events.

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