At the centre of ZeVu’s inquiry lies a reflection on advanced technology and its role in human relationships. Despite the artist supporting the development of technologies such as AI and recognizing their positive values, she is equally concerned about the unregulated implementation and potential impact on human creativity, values, economic and spiritual well-being, and our overall sense of purpose. 

Curator and art critic Nina Vagic stated: ‘What is particularly striking in this work is the absence of verbal communication, as actors are encouraged to connect in silence. This silent interaction beautifully exemplifies the innate sociability of humans and the spontaneous nature of the human connection that urges to be preserved. The artist invites us to question the price we pay for our adaptation to the ever- evolving landscape of technology. ‘Silent Supper’ encourages us to ponder whether we can find a harmonious balance between embracing technological advancement and preserving the core of our humanity.’

ZeVu shared her vision of the work: ‘Disconnected from Nature in our busy and noisy everyday lives, bombarded with information, we have lost our purpose and a deeper self-perception. Our voices are diminished in a crowd and become irrelevant... we become a disciplined mass, far from enlightened individuals. Silence is the first step in our journey towards ourselves.’

The Silent Supper exhibition will remain open to the public from April to November 2024 at the Venice Art Projects space at 994 Fondamenta S. Anna, Castello (Venice).