Martha Atienza
Philippines
 

During the residency, Atienza aims to explore Singapore’s relationship with water and its geopolitical role in shaping connections and contrasts with neighboring countries.

Martha Atienza

12 February - 13 April 2018

Born into a family of seafarers, Martha Atienza’s fascination with the maritime is nurtured by her deep-seated connection with the water and modes of living that unfold at sea. During the residency, Atienza aims to explore Singapore’s relationship with water and its geopolitical role in shaping connections and contrasts with neighboring countries. Using the studio as a space for experimentation, she will also further develop her methods of working with water.

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Martha Atienza, 12 February – 13 April 2018, Courtesy the artist.
Martha Atienza, 12 February – 13 April 2018, Courtesy the artist.
Martha Atienza, 12 February – 13 April 2018, Courtesy the artist.
Martha Atienza, 12 February – 13 April 2018, Courtesy the artist.
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Contributors
Martha Atienza
Martha Atienza
Artist-in-Residence
Philippines

Working across video, sound, and installation, Martha Atienza (b. 1981, Philippines) explores a wide range of physical, sociological, and emotional connections with water focusing on the environment as well as the communities of her hometown Bantayan Island, situated in the northwestern end of Cebu. These observations have culminated into immersive installations and socially engaged projects that delve into economic, social, and environmental issues tackling the notion of vulnerability while also questioning the role of art as a tool for change. Recent exhibitions include Singapore Biennale (2016); Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art, Queensland, Australia (2016); Sharjah Biennale, United Arab Emirates (2013). She was most recently the recipient of the 19th Baloise Art Prize at Art Basel Statement 2017.