Strijdom van der Merwe
Hybrid Aluminium Bamboo Composite Beams
JOURNEY, 2024
Bridges represent our aspiration to connect and overcome obstacles, with their importance stemming from the link between those who have left and those who arrive.
In this context, the bridge crosses a river, where the elegance of the flowing water enhances the crossing experience. Furthermore, this bridge provides a perspective of the Stellenbosch mountain, highlighting its unique contours.
Strijdom’s artistic vision involves merging the river's movement and the mountain's forms into a seamless, engaging design that enriches the transition from one side to the other. This approach fragments the sculpture, emphasizing that the view of the river and surrounding nature is as significant as the artwork itself.
Strijdom van der Merwe
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