Melisa Valipour

This video work connects closely to the idea of “plasticity” as a process of change, instability, and transformation. It focuses on an in-between state—between life and stillness, presence and absence—and explores how forms shift and reorganize when they encounter different forces.

In the video work, an abandoned and frozen factory is shown as a lifeless system, shaped by time, neglect, and stillness. It feels as though all energy and emotion have disappeared. The arrival of the fish, as a symbol of movement and life, introduces a turning point. Through this moment of contact, the space begins to change—the heart starts beating again, and the factory slowly comes back to life. This reflects the idea of plasticity, where systems are not fixed, but can break down and rebuild in response to pressure and interaction. The artist’s statement also suggests that creation can emerge from exhaustion and loss, pointing to fragile moments where new forms and meanings can appear.

The work focuses on moments of transition, breakdown, and renewal. It shows how systems—whether physical or conceptual—can reshape themselves through pressure, connection, and uncertainty. In this way, the work aligns with the exhibition’s theme, while also offering a more critical view of change, where transformation includes both tension and possibility.