Saint Francis receiving the stigmata and his communion with nature are recurring subjects in George’s practice. This performance fuses both art historical themes together. High On Christ combines sound, emotion and movement to explore the agony and ecstasy embodied in this miracle. Examining the parallels between the addictive nature of devotional ecstasy and escapism through [...]
George Bolster’s Bio
George Bolster was born in Ireland. He lives and works in San Diego. Recent solo: Chiesa Dei Miracoli, Triskel Arts Centre, Cork, Ireland (2008); Eye of the Needle, Pallas Heights, Dublin, Ireland (2005). Recent group: Noise, Site LA, Los Angeles, USA (2008). Urban Gothic, Dilston Grove, London, (toured to Quartair Contemporary Art Initiatives, The Hague, [...]