W005 → Waiting is My Hobby
In 'Waiting is my hobby,' Gonçalo Regalado offers a contemplative exploration of time and its nuanced absence, inspired by the philosophical insights of John Berger. This video installation captures the mundane yet mesmerizing motion of a fan rotating, each turn marking a moment in a span of 3 minutes and 33 seconds. This precise duration is not just a measure of time but a canvas for reflection, where every second becomes a space for introspective thought.
The work transcends its simple visual premise, delving into the deeper realms of temporality and perception. It is a meditation on the nature of waiting – a state often perceived as passive, yet here, it is elevated to an active, almost tangible experience. The repetitive and steady motion of the fan blades becomes a metaphor for the relentless march of time, while also symbolizing the stillness that exists within its passage.
Through this piece, Regalado invites the audience to pause and engage with the concept of time beyond the constraints of hours, minutes, and seconds. It is an invitation to perceive waiting not as time lost, but as a moment filled with potential, a quiet space for contemplation and being. In a world constantly rushing forward, 'Waiting is my hobby' stands as a serene reminder of the beauty and profundity that can be found in the simplest acts of observation and the quiet that accompanies the act of waiting.
Videoloop, Color, Sound
33’33’’