NETTLES IN MY HAIR
Workshop
Zeren Oruc
22.11.2023
During this participatory experience/discussion, crying took a form of reclamation, which aimed to uncover and release layers of suppressed knowledge, emotions, and narratives that are intertwined with our food systems. As participants came together to remap culturally acquired tastes and smells from the landscape of Weimar, they discuss and share collective memories and ancestral knowledge that transcends generations. the intergenerational passing down of wisdom, the recognition of food sources, and the mourning for lost connection with the land.
Zeren Oruc is an independent curator dedicated to exploring and addressing modern issues of ecology, society, and sustainability through interdisciplinary artistic projects. Her practice revolves around decentralised and non-hierarchical approaches rooted in long-term collaborations, with the intention of establishing an environment that fosters open conversation and care. Zeren is the co-founder of Montemero Art Residency in Almeria, Spain which focuses on alternative art production and land-based practices. Apart from curating, she organises curatorial sessions and workshops on mental health in the arts and fair practices & transparency on artistic fees.
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