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In this performance, Grace appeared in the role of the artist, or maker of votive objects, performing a variation of an Umbanda (Afro-Brazilian, catholic syncretic religion) ritual that according to this religion forms a crossroads between the worlds of the living and the dead.

The ritual alone is beautiful and somewhat frightening.  Which left behind a beautiful altar with a lingering ambiance, with an array of subtle smells and curious objects.  Grace’s intention was to encourage the audience to question the authority of and complicity with artists and religious leaders, but more importantly to contemplate ones own spirituality or the lack there of.

Many thanks to Jareh Das (curator) and 176/Zabludowicz Collection

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