INTERVIEWS | ARTICLES
A selection of interviews and articles from artists and collaborations featured on the platform, in the gallery and in the art magazine
Four Boxes Gallery presents the exhibition Between times by visual artist Sophie Hjerl, featuring Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and video works in dialogue.FOUR BOXES GALLERY | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | OCT 2024
With this exhibition, Sophie Hjerl challenges the perception of the virtual versus the physical in themes that revolve around the existential extremes of life. The exhibition examines and dissects the material, which, together with virtual and physical space and objects, shifts the concept of reality. Because when is something truly real, and how are we affected by the immaterial and virtual? |
Isabel Sullivan Gallery is pleased to announce its first solo exhibition with Danish artist Ole Aakjær MIRROR / RORRIMISABEL SULLIVAN GALLERY | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | OCT 2024
MIRROR / RORRIM explores existential themes of mortality and identity. The title refers to the symbolism of a mirror, which has long been used in poetry, literature, and visual art as a metaphor for youth, self-reflection, illusion, or truth. Aakjær engages with the time-honored subject of a woman staring into a mirror, symbolizing ideas such as femininity, beauty, vanity, and rumination, with the implication that his subjects are either looking at their reflection or are the reflection in the mirror itself. |
Apples, clogs and pottery: Parees celebrates Asturian identity, and expands Oviedo's urban art heritage with three new worksAUDREY GARCÍA | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | OCT 2024
Parees, the contextual muralism festival organized by the Oviedo Municipal Foundation of Culture, has added three new works to the municipality's cultural heritage. This seventh edition pays tribute to the rich history and culture of Asturias, highlighting traditional symbols such as Faro pottery, the clog and the apple, elements deeply linked to local identity. |
Seth Howe's Journey Into Perception, Consciousness, and the Art of Seeing Through Minimalist GeometriesMONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | SEP 2024
Howe’s work delves into the fundamental human experience of seeing and understanding the world around us. For him, the act of seeing is not merely about visual perception, but a holistic process that involves navigating space, interacting with the environment, and questioning how we perceive our own consciousness. |
'Evasiones': B-Murals and Indague Reveal the Most Unknown and Reflective Side of Graffiti and Urban ArtFER ALCALÁ & LAURA COLOMÉ | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | SEP 2024
The exhibition “Evasiones. The Street as Fiction” aims to offer visitors a reflective get-away from contemporary dynamics dominated by media consumption. Through urban art tensions are explored between artistic autonomy and its integration into mainstream culture, addressing everything from hyper-commercialization to the interaction with new technologies, the assimilation of mainstream, or conceptual vandalism—practices |
The Franco-American Artist Natale Adgnot Is Bridging Cultural Gaps Through Abstract SculptureMONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | SEP 2024
At the heart of Adgnot's work is a fascination with how human perception is shaped by bias. Her practice dismantles ingrained dogma and highlights the ways people misconstrue the world. By drawing on her diverse experiences across different cultures and environments, Adgnot's work reflects a deep awareness of the complexities of human behavior. |
The renowned international artist Jorge Rodríguez-Gerada performs an impressive work of land art in Villablino, only fully appreciated from the sky.AUDREY GARCÍA | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | SEP 2024
“Opening Horizons” is a land-art mural that measures more than 3000 square meters in Spain, to bring awareness to the issue of accessibility in forested areas. The artwork gives thanks to all the municipalities, organizations and people that work towards the goal of making the 10,800 kilometers of nature trails that comprise the Caminos Naturales of Spain as accessible as possible to all. |
(Un)reserved Spaces? Disrupting Perceptions of Bodies and Identity. Burçak Yakıcı's review of the exhibition "I'm Sorry, This Space Is Reserved" at Nikolaj KunsthalBURCAK YAKICI | ARTICULATE REVIEW | SEP 2024
The group show "I'm Sorry, This Space Is Reserved" at Nikolaj Kunsthal takes visitors on an intense journey through the body, identity, and the tensions between normative and non-normative societal systems. Walking into this exhibition felt like stepping into a conversation, one that is both deeply personal and universally relevant. |
Capturing the Soul of Nature Through Black and White Photography – Mahyar Kantoori's Journey of Spontaneous Creation and Spiritual ConnectionMONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | SEP 2024
Kantoori specializes in black and white photography, a medium that, for him, elevates the authenticity of his work. He argues that removing color from an image allows the viewer to engage with the subject on a deeper level, focusing on the essence of the scene rather than being distracted by its vibrant hues. |
Exploring the Dynamic Artistic Evolution of JMikal Davis, aka Hellbent: A Journey Through Patterns and Abstract ExpressionCARMEN LINE HUST | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | AUG 2024
For Hellbent, the motivation to create stems from a deep-seated curiosity and a desire to see ideas come to life. His artistic drive is fuelled by the need to explore the potential of materials and techniques, often leading to unexpected and exciting results. As he explains, the process of creating is as much about discovery as it is about execution. |
A Portrait of the Australian Artist Phoebe Jamieson as a Vessel for Human Emotion - The Complexities of Human ExperienceMONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | AUG 2024
Phoebe Jamieson is an artist whose work transcends the traditional boundaries of artistic expression. Her creations are deeply rooted in her identity, serving as a conduit through which she channels her innermost thoughts, feelings, and ideas - offering a unique pathway to communicate the complexities of the human experience. |
An homage to Dorothy Rice, whose legacy will continue to inspire future generations of artists.MONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | AUG 2024
Throughout her life, Dorothy was inspired by figures like Lee Miller, a model-turned-photojournalist who success-fully transitioned into the art world, much like Dorothy herself would later do. This influence, coupled with her own experiences, shaped a unique artistic vocabulary that was both enormously original and deeply personal. |
American artist Akin Durodola is Engineering Paths to Artistic Mastery. A Transformative Journey.CARMEN LINE HUST | ARTICULATE 40 | JUL 2024
For Durodola, art is a profound form of self-expression and a pathway to discovering his deepest desires. Each drawing session serves as an exploration of his capabilities, a challenge to push the boundaries of photorealism, and a moment of solace where he can unwind and find clarity amidst the chaos of life. |
The Passionate Journey of the Self-Taught Designer Morten Stenbæk. Creating Aesthetics from NecessityMONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE 40 | JUL 2024
Morten Stenbæk, an autodidact Danish designer, has always been driven by an insatiable curiosity. Although he began his woodworking journey in his late 30s, his love for wood’s look and feel has been a lifelong affair. In terms of composition, Morten trusts his taste and intuition. |
Returning to Paradise - an Anthropocene reflection upon the narratives of modern and post-modern society.CARMEN LINE HUST | ARTICULATE 40 | JUL 2024
Guada Plaza Petersen's project Return to Paradise works as a meeting point, to rethink and overcome the separation of humanity with the environment, to make humanity reflect on the climatic urgency, generate environmental awareness and responsibility with the planet that we inhabit. |
An interview with Daniel the Gardener about his ongoing love affair with painting and tattooing.CAROLINE PROGNER ABRAHAO | ARTICULATE 40 | JUL 2024
The Argentinian painter and tattoo artist Daniel the Gardener bounces between his dedication to painting and tattooing. We have had a talk with him about his ongoing love affair with these two forms of visual expression - the thought processes where they resemble each other and the ones where they differ. |
The Art of Letting Go: Kim Pihl is Embracing Uncertainty in Creativity, Challenging his Innate Need for Control.MONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE 40 | JUL 2024
"Relax. Nothing is under control." This modern mantra resonates deeply with Danish artist Kim Pihl. This article encapsulates the essence of Kim Pihl's artistic philosophy and journey, emphasizing the importance of embracing uncertainty and the transformative power of letting go. |
The Journey of the Hyperrealism Pencil Artist Hannah Lipsey - from Childhood Dreams to Reflective Masterpieces.CARMEN LINE HUST | ARTICULATE 40 | JUL 2024
Hannah believes that a good composition hinges on the contrast of light and dark and the strategic placement and angle of the subject. While color is significant, she emphasizes personal preference over universal appeal, cautioning against creating art solely to please others. This approach ensures that she remains passionate and true to her vision. |
Space52 presents the renowned artist René Habermacher who's exhibition New Digs is a multidisciplinary exploration.DIMITRIS PAPANIKOLAOU | ARTICULATE REVIEW| JUL 2024
“NEW DIGS” is the result of extensive conversations. These dialogues span across various media, including paper, clay, styrofoam, and beyond. This convergence reflects contemporary gender discourse, ancient Greek culture, and non-European traditions, creating a rich tapestry of interconnected narratives. Dimitris Papanikolaou has had a talk with Habermacher about his new project. read more |
Exploring the new concept and manifesto of Helen Shulkin, emphasizing architecture as a human body.HELEN SHULKIN | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | JUN 2024
While the idea of anthropomorphism in architecture is not new, the explicit portrayal of architectural forms as wounded human bodies represents a novel contribution to visual art. By focusing on the visceral and metaphorical connections between human and architectural anatomy, Shulkin introduce a new perspective that challenges conventional boundaries in art and architecture. read more |
Pieroni strives to make the invisible visible through performance art that delves into the depths of womanhood.ARTICULATE | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | JUN 2024
The artistic drive of American artist Blakelee Pieroni is rooted in exploring and expressing the physicality of women’s experiences. We have had a talk with her about her project m OTHER and how her work is fueled by a persistent fear of losing herself to motherhood, womanhood, objectification, and sexualization. read more |
A Journey Through Volcanic Rock and Earthly Elements with the American Artist Bob LandströmARTICULATE | ARTICULATE PPROMOTE | MAY 2024
This article explores the artistic journey of the American artist Bob Landström, the development of his creative vocabulary, his project-minded approach, and the profound connection he has with his chosen medium: crushed, pigmented volcanic rock. read more |
Space52 had a talk with curator Evagoria Dapola about her inspiration behind the exhibition Everything I touch turns into meEVAGORIA DAPOLA | ARTICULATE PPROMOTE | MAY 2024
Rooting from a deep understanding of relational aesthetics and phenomenological, sociological, performative and physical understandings of gesture, this exhibition frames a long research on gesture as a means of knowing the world. Curated by Evagoria Dapola. read more |
An examination of how Cocteau continues to influence contemporary art and culture by Chloë CassensPRFORARTISTS | ARTICULATE PARTNERS | MAY 2024
Chloë Cassens is the representative of the Severin Wunderman Collection, the largest in the world of works by iconoclastic French artist Jean Cocteau. We have had a talk to Chloë about her examination of how Cocteau continues to influence contemporary art and culture. read more |
ConnectedMatter Announces Their Open Call “We run together through the virtual quarries”CONNECTEDMATTER | ARTICULATE PARTNERS | APR 2024
ConnectedMatter is pleased to invite submissions of new media, video, XR art, installations and performances that explore the themes of mining, extraction, and their links to the digital world. The theme's interpretation is open and can be metaphorical. read more |
Oceana Rain Stuart's Intimate Exploration of the Human Condition Transcends Time and Space.MONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE 39 | APR 2024
Central to Stuart's artistic practice is a deep fascination with interpersonal relationships. Her sculptures act as conduits through which she explores themes of vulnerability and authenticity, encouraging viewers to confront their own humanity. read more |
Exploring Artistic Drive and Vision. An Artist's Journey with Danish Artist Niklas Gjersøe.CARMEN LINE HUST | ARTICULATE 39 | APR 2024
We have had a talk to the Danish sound-artist Niklas Gjersøe about his documentation of what already exists, fuelled by a constant influx of ideas - emphasizing a deep fascination with the intricacies of our world. A body of work, backed-up by continuous research. read more |
Getting to the moment when the masks start to disintegrate ... and the truth of the personality starts to shine through.CAROLINE PROGNER ABRAHAO | ARTICULATE 39 | APR 2024
Birgit Kleber's portraits capture the intensity of dialogue between her and her subjects, the mutual stare and eye contact, the intimate setting, the proximity, the tension. She is a master of close-up portraits, creating skillfully the illusion that the subject is looking directly into the eyes of the viewer. read more |
Exploring Identity, Emotion, and Humanity Through the Lens of the Brazilian artist Wilame Lima.CARMEN LINE HUST | ARTICULATE 39 | APR 2024
To the Brazilian artist Wilame Lima, every form of expression is imbued with ourselves, especially those that pretend to be neutral. We have had a talk to him about his latest project Emergir ou Submergir (Emerge or Submerge). Wilame likes organic materials. And we have had a talk with him about his artistic take. read more |
Beyond the Binary: Exploring Layers of Intimacy in Lina Hashim’s ‘Odalisque’ PerformanceELIA-ROSA GUIROUS-AMASSE | ARTICULATE 39 | APR 2024
While the Orientalist perspective traditionally depicted the odalisque as a passive chambermaid, Lina Hashim's assertiveness and outspoken nature offer a striking contrast to such objectified portrayals of Muslim women and the stereotypical expectations of female artists. This is from her latest performance at Toaster Festival. read more |
The Iranian artist Raoof Haghighi is Exploring the Depths of Human Nature through ArtMONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE 39 | APR 2024
At the core of Haghighi's artistic drive lies a profound curiosity about the intricacies of human nature and the world around us. It is this insatiable thirst for understanding that fuels his creative endeavors, propelling him to delve deeper into the realms of emotion, perception, and experience. read more |
Exploring the Interdisciplinary Artistry of American artist Steven Seidenberg, merging mundane with profoundARTICULATE | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | MAR 2024
In the realm where art intersects philosophy and poetry, Steven Seidenberg stands as a luminary, navigating the complex terrain of visual expression with intellectual rigor and poetic finesse. Seidenberg has carved a niche for himself as an artist whose work transcends conventional boundaries. read more |
Unveiling Jerry McLaughlin: Navigating the Depths of Personal Expression Through a Fusion of Mediums and TensionCARMEN HUST | ARTICULATE PROMOTE | MAR 2024
McLaughlin's artistic journey is characterized by a relentless pursuit of self-discovery and intellectual freedom. McLaughlin emphasizes the tension between various elements in his work, from physical textures to smooth surfaces, geometric shapes to organic forms, and the interplay of light and shadow. read more |
A Journey into the Profound Beauty of the Mundane with David Morales H. We've had a talk to Morales upon what shapes this particular journey.MONA LISA ABRAMOVICH | ARTICULATE 38 | JAN 2024
Colombian artist David Morales H., has carved a unique artistic niche that transcends the ordinary, inviting viewers into the profound beauty inherent in the mundane. In a recent interview, Morales shared insights into the thoughtful considerations that shape his creative process. Read more |
Unveiling the Artistic Odyssey of Danish Ceramic Sculptor Torben Mersholm, who’s weaving narratives of depth and introspection through his clay creations |