Imperial Measurement, 2010
MDF, wood, chipboard, styrodur, perspex, aluminium, paint
installation view: 'Magic Show', Hayward Touring Exhibition
at the Grundy Art Gallery, Blackpool, 2010

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'Imperial Measurements' consists of two 3 metre tall structures, that when first encountered by the viewer will appear as two large mirrors, set at angles to one another, reflecting the surrounding architectural details and building
structure. However, upon further inspection these 'reflections' become more confusing as the viewer is unable to find his own image and changing position begins to unravel the illusion revealing the sculptural installation, creating further disorientation. Working upon a variety of levels, Sinta Werner's sculptural installations purposefully set out to transform three dimensional space into a two dimensional image, and turn viewer into unsuspecting participant. (Stuart Tulloch)