Solo Show “Sri Serie” by Agung Kurniawan’s
January 2, 2025
Solo Presentation Array Signal
Pande Wardina
Exhibition
Array Signal
Artist
Pande Wardina
Written by
Krisna Sudharma
Wardina articulates an intricate rethinking of how we engage
with the philosophical and technological threads that shape our existence
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The solo presentation “Array Signal” by Pande Wardina delicately examines the intersections of technology, human inquiry, and our perpetual fascination with defining the future. Here, Wardina articulates an intricate rethinking of how we engage with the philosophical and technological threads that shape our existence. His work embodies the human quest for deeper knowledge, pushing beyond conventional communication to embrace metaphorical and metaphysical engagement. In a world increasingly punctuated by the hum of technological progress, Pande Wardina’s solo presentation, “Array Signal,” serves as a contemplation on the interplay between isolation, courage, and spiritual connectivity. This collection quietly observes the phenomena of unintended communication, serving as a metaphor for the invisible threads that connect us to the world and the role of technology in mediating these connections. Each artwork is a vessel, emitting signals to our mechanized counterparts, translated into the binary and assembly language that machines comprehend—silent transmission of digital feedback. This raises the intriguing question: How do these signals fare against the vibrant cultural backdrop of Bali? Does their implementation result in a reciprocal dialogue, or does it merely echo into the void ?
Wardina articulates an intricate rethinking of how we engage with the philosophical and technological threads that shape our existence. His work embodies the perennial human quest for deeper knowledge, pushing beyond conventional communication to embrace metaphorical and metaphysical engagement. “Array Signal” is a reflective exploration of phenomena, both manipulated and observed, that resonates through ages where both ancient wisdom and modern thought ponder the universe’s unseen forces. The pieces within this exhibition are not static; they are dynamic interrogations of the future, emblematic of humanity’s insatiable curiosity.
His idea subtly critiques the notion of deviation from identity and conformity, underpinned by a wry observation: in the absence of signals, would humankind regress into a state of untamed existence? Bali, with its myriad ways of worship converging on a singular divine purpose, provides fertile ground for exploring how information can be transmitted through unconventional means. “Array Signal” spans multiple interpretations of communication—from the electronic signals in our gadgets to the biological signals dictating cellular interactions, and even the traffic signs that direct our movements.
Pande Wardina utilizes an interpersonal approach that brings an abstract concept to life—’signal’—a term so broad, yet so fundamental to our understanding of the world. A signal encompasses the entirety of a physical quantity’s history, embodying both the deterministic and the chaotic facets of environmental interaction, as defined by experts like S.C. Clay and H. Medwin.
Wardina’s ingenious use of metaphor facilitates a dialogue between technology and systemic life, exploring a ‘dialogic existence’ where art becomes a conduit for conversation. It’s in this space that art thrives, inviting viewers into a world where the boundary between technology and humanity, deterministic data, and random occurrences blends into indistinguishability. Such is the potency of Wardina’s work; it transforms signals into something both intensely personal and universally significant.
This exhibition sprawls across various dimensions of life, exploring how values are communicated through art, rituals, and daily practices; how Bali’s environmental consciousness is reflected in its ecosystem; the nexus between ancient traditions and modern technology; and tourism’s role in broadcasting Bali’s cultural identity globally. By celebrating unconventional methods of message transmission and reception, “Array Signal” underscores the value of novel ways to share and understand cultural and spiritual heritage.
By drawing upon analytical methods like auto-correlation, a technique used in signal processing, Wardina exemplifies how what appears random can yield deterministic insights, and vice versa. This approach, rooted in a nuanced understanding of acoustical science, metaphorically represents the human endeavor to discern meaning in chaos, to foresee the undulating patterns of our existence.
“Array Signal” broadens the conventional understanding of communication, extending its reach beyond the digital and electronic to encompass the biological signals that orchestrate life and the societal norms that guide human behavior. This expansive view challenges the audience to reconsider the multifaceted nature of interaction within the community and with the self. Through its exploration of human-machine interaction, “Array Signal” invites reflection on digital fingerprints and the authenticity of our expressions in an increasingly mechanized world. It raises questions about the interplay between technology and individuality, and the myriad ways in which our messages are received and interpreted.
