been everywhere, seen everything

In Garikula we were moved by the committed work approach and professionalism of Rolina Nell as she approached imaging of a new context while in residence in Garikula.The style of work close to traveler's diary produced pieces that flowed in, similar to movie frames, charged by artist's expectations and search of subtle relationships found in specifics of a foreign country. Seemingly monochromatic they conveyed the feeling and character of the place, very well in the "Laundry" series.Garikula and Georgia were seen as we did not see it before. The social conditions of inhabitants of the village had been addressed from an angle that allowed perception of different cultural perspective, quite useful to the hosts. The thematic of work as well as colour palette was interesting to see for Georgian artists attending the exhibition on a final day of the residency.

Karaman Kutateladze
Art Villa Garikula, Georgia