Let There Be Light is an exploration of creation—a celebration of the duality that underpins existence. Magda Love’s work reflects the profound tension between light and darkness, not as opposites, but as interconnected, cyclical forces essential to the process of transformation. These forces mirror the constant flux of life: from joy to sorrow, growth to decay, creation to destruction, and back again. Through this exhibition, Magda invites us to reconsider the symbolic power of light—not simply as a source of illumination, but as the first spark of life, wisdom, and the divine that flows within us and through the universe.
Rooted in her Argentine heritage and the experience of migration, Magda’s art is a testament to personal and cultural history—woven with the fibers of family, lineage, and memory. Each piece in Let There Be Light speaks to the intersection of past and present, bridging the generational wisdom passed down by her mother, an educator, and her father, a sculptor, with the vibrant rhythms of nature and the sacredness of the human spirit. This body of work is a living archive, deeply entwined with the narratives of resilience, protection, and care that resonate through the materials, textures, and forms she employs.
Magda’s art is not only an homage to lineage and the cycles of life but also to conservation and stewardship. Her commitment to transforming discarded materials into beautiful works of art serves as both a personal and collective act of healing. The reimagined fabrics, donated objects, and found materials embody a philosophy of reverence for the Earth as divine creation, and our collective responsibility to honor it through art and conscious action. Through these practices, Magda draws a direct line between materiality, conservation, and spiritual ecology, emphasizing the need to nurture both the planet and our souls.
Together, light and darkness converge in this exhibition, weaving a rich tapestry of symbols that transcend cultural boundaries. They are not opposites but complementary forces, part of the divine plan that propels us through sacred cycles of growth, decay, and renewal. Let There Be Light invites us to reflect on how we, too, can become the light—shedding hope and warmth on our way and the lives of others in a world forever balanced between moments of radiance and darkness.