Art is Rubbish/Rubbish is Art was Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic's first solo art exhibition, which took place early this year from 17 January to 14 February at Hin Company Bus Depot in George Town. As Chinese New Year was somewhere in between that period, I was back at my dad's hometown -- what perfect timing :D
We made an appointment with my mom's friend. It was quite difficult to find the bus depot, even though both my parents are familiar with George Town. It is situated near Gama supermarket and Komtar; at the heart of the city. After circling around that area a few times, we finally managed to spot the very run-down depot.
Meet my mom's friend's youngest daughter Elyne. She's so cheeky and talkative!
This pink neon sign greeted us at the entrance. Admission was free by the way.
I thought it was a brilliant idea to transform an abandoned building into a functional space. After Ernest's exhibition, the depot continues to become a place for artists, musicians, and the like, to display or perform their works or art. Ernest's artwork has since been relocated to an exhibition space on the ground floor of Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Farquhar Street. Do visit the place if you haven't check out his paintings!
A "warning" sprayed with red paint (it reminded me of loan sharks hahaha) was hung at the entrance.
Girl in Pink (2014): oil & spray paint on wood, 91 x 56 cm
Outdoor (2013): oil on wood, 84 x 181 cm
The Drawer (2013): oil on wood, 87 x 193 x 45 cm
I'm guessing it's Ernest's pants?!?!?!?!!
The Roadwork Wizard (2014): oil & spray paint on wood, 197 x 77.5 cm
Kopi Gold (2013): murobond on wood, 56 x 39 cm
I lifted up the cover, and saw these used paint tubes lying underneath! OMG hidden gems. I should've taken one (or a few) back as a souvenir T___T
Juste (2013): charcoal & oil on coffee bag canvas, 92 x 61 cm
Jolin (2013): charcoal & oil on coffee bag canvas, 92 x 61 cm
Trishaw Guy (2014): oil on wood blinds, 187 x 275 cm
Recycle (2014): oil on wood blinds, 187 x 275 cm
Style Wars (2013): oil & spray paint on wood, 244 x 121 cm
International (2013): charcoal & murobond on wood, 120 x 89 cm
Betty (2013): charcoal & murobond on wood, 104 x 99 cm
Produce of Indonesia (2013): charcoal on coffee bag canvas, 91 x 141 cm
Girl with a Cat (2014): charcoal on coffee bag canvas, 91 x 141 cm
Michael Jackson (2014): oil on board
This is my favourite painting of all, because it's so local :') Look at it closely and you'll find yourself wondering if the nail is a real one or a painting.
Gunz 'n' Fishez (2014): water tank installation, 45 x 45 x 91 cm
It seems like a parody of one of the (many) political controversies in Malaysia - if you know which one....
Just having fun with the replica of Ernest's original art installation in Nagore Street :P
This is the counter where you can buy Ernest's paintings and some souvenirs.
Notice the DIY speakers!
Each painting costs about a hundred bucks (and more). The most expensive one is that "painting" of the golden horse :O
Cash Cow (2013): thumbtacks on wood, 92 x 159 cm
Rubberband (2013): oil on wood, 96 x 40 cm
In case you're wondering, those rubbish bag balloons and raffia strings are real.
The Horse (2014): ink on paper, 109 x 138 cm
It's Audrey! :P
Artwork by other artists.
This "golden" trolley of rubbish bags is so random.
Who remembers this?! I used to play with this lock-chain thingy when I was a kid....so much memories :')
You can see the tall building of Komtar from here.
Cute toilet doors!
A replica of the Lego mural in Johor....which got removed by local authorities because of its "controversy".
A random shark's fin on the ground. It's supposed to be plain and yellow, but it's now covered with advertisement stickers and whatnot -.-
Quite love the successful panorama :D
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