Portal

CURATORIAL STATEMENT:

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There is no singular narrative here. Instead, the exhibition invites viewers to consider the

multiplicity of perspectives and processes that define this open call and the condition(s) we

were interested in. The main undercurrent I was seeking is the presence of a visual tension and

a feeling of instability. A stronger emphasis on questions and not provided answers, perhaps a

sense of wonderment. I feel that this spirit is reflected in the works presented – images that

range from quiet observations to bold interventions in an attempt to push the subject matter

beyond the familiar.

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I was very impressed by the breath of the approach to this call, which made my selections

equally challenging. What unites these diverse images and offers a united theme is a shared

commitment to experimentation by individuals who investigated these concepts.

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We invite you to engage with the works individually and collectively, to consider not just what

they depict, but how these were created, and why. In doing so, we hope this exhibition offers

not only visual engagement, but also an expanded view of what a portal might be.

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Douglas Stockdale

June, 2026