Artist Randmann-Mihkla plucks the thorns of evil
Artist Tiiu Randmann-Milhla’s performance “I don’t believe in your tears” at the Haapsalu City Gallery throughout November deals with the topic of both mental and physical violence and the choices made in life.
“It is directed against all kinds of violence and suffering,” said the artist while sitting on a chair in the middle of the gallery and plucking needles from pine branches.
Randmann-Mihkla opened a new interactive exhibition on Saturday, in which everyone can participate. “I sit and pluck thorns. The space is filled with the sound of the wind, quiet and then blowing into a storm, like a tree canopy, being such a shaper of choices,” said the artist. “People also always have a choice whether to intervene or not when we see injustice.”
Full time thorn picker
The central role in the Randmann-Mihkla exhibition is played by pines and pine needles, which fill the entire room. According to the artist, a pine needle can be sharp and prickly like a person. “A thorn can cause unbearable pain, it does not care who it pricks, just as a perpetrator does not care about his victim,” explained Randmann-Mihkla.
“I would like to pull out these thorns from the evil heart that causes evil, or the thorns from the souls of those who are
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2024-11-03 13:14:00
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**Interview with a Alex Reed at Tiiu Randmann-Mihkla’s Garden of Souls Installation**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today! You just experienced Tiiu Randmann-Mihkla’s “Garden of Souls” installation. What were your initial thoughts as you walked through the exhibit?
**Alex Reed:** It was absolutely mesmerizing! The way the installation integrates light and sound creates a truly immersive experience. I felt like I was walking through a dream, especially with the emotional depth of the work.
**Editor:** Tiiu’s work often explores themes of emotion and human experience. Did you feel that connection during your visit?
**Alex Reed:** Definitely. The installation invites you to reflect on your own emotions. The piece called “I don’t believe your tears” resonated strongly with me. It brought forth feelings of vulnerability and introspection, which I think were the artist’s intentions.
**Editor:** That’s interesting! Can you describe any specific moments or features of the installation that stood out to you?
**Alex Reed:** One moment that struck me was the interplay of shadows and light. Tiiu uses these elements to symbolize hope amidst despair. It was a reminder that even in darkness, there is beauty and potential for light to emerge.
**Editor:** Sounds profound. How do you think the audience’s participation enhances the overall experience of the installation?
**Alex Reed:** The interactive aspect allows visitors to become part of the art. It breaks the fourth wall and encourages personal reflection. Each person’s response to the installation is unique, which makes it even more powerful.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing your insights! Is there anything else you’d like to add about Tiiu Randmann-Mihkla’s work or this particular exhibition?
**Alex Reed:** Just that I encourage everyone to experience it for themselves. It’s a beautiful journey that inspires dialogue about our shared humanity and emotional struggles.
**Editor:** Great advice! Thank you for your time, and I hope others get a chance to experience this incredible installation.
