It's a wrap - The Pizza Shop Reformation is now closed

8784 hours / 366 days / 1 (leap) year - art in a shopping mall

"The Pizza Shop Reformation" a life-size sculpture in a shopping mall is now closed. Close to 2000 people have taking part in the process. We would like to thank everyone and all dearly for that. A separate thanks to A. Enggaard for giving space to art in City Vest in Gellerup.

Brief behind the art work /

"The Pizza Shop Reformation" is a captivating sculpture housed within the remnants of a former pizza shop, nestled amidst the desolation of a decaying shopping mall. This life-size creation serves as a profound meditation on the intricate relationship between art, societal rejuvenation, and the evolving landscape of labor.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the sculpture embodies the essence of a once vibrant pizza establishment, now frozen in time amidst urban decay.
From the faded signage to the weathered countertops, every element exudes a palpable sense of nostalgia and history, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in its evocative narrative.
Conceptually, "The Pizza Shop Reformation" transcends its physical form to symbolize a broader movement towards societal renewal. It stands as a powerful testament to the transformative potential of art in breathing life into neglected spaces and fostering communal connections.
Drawing inspiration from the Fluxus movement, this sculpture challenges conventional notions of artistic creation by foregrounding the very process of its making. By elevating the act of artistic production to the status of the artwork itself, "The Pizza Shop Reformation" celebrates creativity as a catalyst for social change.
In a nod to the avant-garde ethos of Dadaism, the sculpture is born from the remnants of deconstructed materials, repurposed and reassembled into a compelling new form. Employing a cut-up method reminiscent of Dadaist collage, it defies easy categorization, inviting viewers to explore its enigmatic depths and unravel the layers of meaning woven throughout.

Ultimately, "The Pizza Shop Reformation" transcends the confines of traditional art forms to emerge as a dynamic embodiment of regeneration and renewal. Through its compelling fusion of aesthetics and social commentary, it invites audiences to reconsider the role of art in shaping the world around us.