In this exhibition, I explore the themes of stillness and relaxation in defense of laziness. This project (comprised of paintings, screen prints, publications and sculptures) celebrate stillness, quietness and the value of doing nothing.
Practices such as meditation and mindfulness are enjoying a renaissance in the West, where modern lives are goal based, chaotic and often lacking in moments of stillness.
While these practices are ostensibly of Eastern origin, attitudes to personal growth in the East are still characterised by hard work and labour. Through these works, Charlene is exploring and celebrating the moments in between, and the power of relaxation.
だらだら神社 (Lazy Shrine)
2016
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Lazy Goddess Ceramic Statue
2016
2016
“I don’t want to” handmade cushion
2016
2016
Hanging on, just about
2016
2016
Relax goddess shows you how to relax
2016
2016
Slothful wish
2016
2016
CBA
2016
2016
Here I lie with the slowest plant on Earth
2016
2016
Do Nothing is good
2016
2016
You wish you can be hugged by a sloth
2016
2016