Home is Where the He(Art) is

Catrin is a multi disciplinary artist whose practise spans writing, photography, textiles, movement and theatre. Her installation Home Is Where The He(Art) Is explores what it means to feel safe at home - a collaboration with other Thanet based artists using textiles, film, movement and music.

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​Home Is Where The He(Art) Is by Catrin Osborne made its debut in March at Hold Galleries in Ramsgate. The nature of the exhibit focuses both on phsyical and digital media relating to 'Home'.  The setting resembling a cosy living room, adorned with specially made quilts on the walls, comfortable sofas, and lamps. Exhibition visitor, Lara Clifton, reported back 'Mugs of tea and biscuits were generously provided. We settled in to watch a 14-minute video featuring performances by Osborne in various settings alongside documentary-style footage. This piece is thoroughly engaging, accompanied by a killer soundtrack.'

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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'Osborne explores the different ways in which we feel at home, don’t feel at home, and how we strive to feel at home. It speaks to the pursuit of a sense of belonging, feeling simultaneously intensely personal and entirely
relatable. The work leaves room for the visitor to draw their conclusions.'
 

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A visitor stated 'The photography makes it visually stunning, and the editing maintains a brilliant pace and coherence throughout. The use of well-chosen popular songs, making the film accessible to a broad audience. Naturally, this installation will stimulate discussions around the concept of home and the challenges of balancing creativity with daily life. A memorable live element occurred when the artist's dog, present in the 'living room' with the us, spontaneously accompanied her screen self in singing along to "Killer
Queen" - an unexpected and delightful piece of performance art! There was, I think, intended to be other live performance elements from the artists themself, the work stands alone without it .However, I am curious
about how Osborne might incorporate live performance into the
installation, having seen their performance on video.'

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