Stella Arion's "Fluidity" series emerges as a testament to her exploration of clay's vulnerability and the complexities of self-identity. Inspired by the theme of recycling and deconstruction, these works resonate with the artist's overarching themes of connection and disconnection. Drawing parallels to collage art and the beatnik generation's fragmentary free verse texts, Arion employs a diverse array of materials and techniques in her process.

The work on the series started with central structures crafted from porcelain, augmented with patinated copper elements. Some ceramics, which later on was incorporated in the series, was deliberately broken by the artist, while the other was salvaged from a "ceramics cemetery," where discarded or damaged products find new life. These disparate components were subsequently assembled into sculptural forms, with layers of resin and borosilicate glass adding depth and texture.

Arion's "Fluidity" pieces speak to the contemporary human experience, reflecting a world in flux. As consciousness fractures into large blocks and stability becomes illusory, the artist's creations serve as a poignant commentary on our collective struggle to reconcile fragmented realities. Yet, amidst the chaos, the artist seeks to weave together disparate elements, offering a glimpse of unity amid disarray.

Embedded within the series is Arion's profound connection to nature, a recurring motif in her work. Just as cracks symbolise both breakdown and transformation, so does nature serve as a source of reconnection and inspiration. Through her immersive engagement with the natural world, Arion finds solace and purpose, informing her artistic process and imbuing her creations with a sense of vitality and resilience.

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