Fear of Turning into Stone

Fear of Turning into Stone

multichannel audio installation, 11’31”, 2023

Fear Of Turning Into Stone is 4-channel a drone sound piece, a fluid soundscape that rises and recedes in slow, tidal waves, refusing to remain static. It is a dense, immersive substance, like deep-sea water or heavy air, that exerts pressure on the body and encircles the listener. Repeatedly surfacing sound piece offers a vision distinct from renewal or hope. It follows the viewers, surrounds them, representing the fear of becoming something incapable of regeneration. The piece was presented at the Ukrainian Pavilion at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition — La Biennale di Venezia as a part of “Drones for Drones, dakh (дах): selected works”.

Installation view of 'The Grass Above Us' exhibition at LU Gallery, Lutsk, 2025
Installation view of "The Grass Above Us" exhibition at LU Gallery, Lutsk, 2025
Fear Of Turning Into Stone appears on charity compilation 'Drones for Drones' by KYIVPASTRANS Records
Fear Of Turning Into Stone appears on charity compilation “Drones for Drones, dakh (дах): selected works” by KYIVPASTRANS Records

Exhibitions

September 2025The Grass Above Us, LU Gallery, Lutsk
May 2025Drones for Drones selected works for DAKH: Vernacular Hardcore, the Ukrainian Pavilion at the the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia