'Red Giant (yellow) II' is an exemplary sculpture by Lana Haga, representing the product of her transformative artistic practice, employing acrylic and epoxy on post-industrial plastic to craft her distinctive and often stalactite-like colorful sculptures. In the role of an alchemist, Haga masterfully challenges the inherent attributes of her materials, embarking on a journey of profound transformation. Through her work, Haga undertakes a contemplative exploration of the constraints, ramifications, and the immense potential inherent in human material intervention.
This artwork, 'Red Giant (yellow) II', delves deeply into the human fascination with space exploration and the notion of colonization, a theme particularly pertinent in a time marked by socio-political upheaval. It serves as a powerful reflection on our inclination to shift our focus, engaging in wishful thinking and daydreams, all the while escaping to a realm where the challenges of our world cease to exist.
