Leviathan

The story of fishing in Suffolk has been shaped by technological change, geopolitical forces and the shifting relationship between humans and the sea. Leviathan invites us to consider what remains when the sea no longer gives back.

This international commission by SPILL Festival was conceived and developed during a 100-kilometre walk along the Suffolk coastline, acclaimed Slovenian artist Mark Požlep created the installation with the participation of the North Sea fishermen who operated out of our county’s ports and fishing village.

This reflective audio-visual installation can be experienced at your own pace and takes place at The Battery, 119 London Road North, NR32 1LZ, over the First Light Festival weekend.

Opening times:

Friday 19 June 11:00 – 15:00

Saturday 20 June 11:00 – 17:00

Sunday 21 June 11:00 – 15:00

More about the artist:

Mark Požlep (b. 1981, Slovenia) works in visual and performance art, spatial installations, and video. His practice centres on journey-based projects, using observation and reflection as core methods. He has exhibited internationally in solo and group shows, and received several awards and grants, including the Villa Albertine grant (2021), Andy Warhol Foundation grant (2020), and the OHO Award (2016).

Credits

First Light Festival presents a SPILL Commission. Leviathan is supported by Suffolk County Council. Mark Požlep’s participation has been supported by the Cultural Fund, which aims to promote Slovenian culture abroad, and administered by the Slovenian Embassy in London on behalf of the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia.

Soundscape composed by Matthew Shenton.