Graffiti-like scrawls, canvases with semi-familiar faces, and tactile, bulbous sculptures in an array of bright colours – “Stitchingthecracks” (6 September – 6 October) at Kristin Hjellegjerde London, presents an investigation, reinterpretation and recontextualization of the meaning of the everyday. While different in approach, the works of Richie Culver, Lauren Dicioccio and Pedro Matos share an
INA GERKEN | MAKASIINI CONTEMPORARY
Ina Gerken Born 1987 Lives and works in Düsseldorf A gesture is a movement that functions as a means of communication. It often goes hand in hand with a verbal form of expression and thus serves to further conversation. It seems to be simply an accentuation of the spoken word, but if you take
Asymmetrical Symmetry at Sean Kelly Gallery
Sean Kelly presented Asymmetrical Symmetry, an installation of newly created paintings by Landon Metz. For his inaugural exhibition with the gallery, Metz has created a new body of work in direct response to the architecture of the space. Site-responsive rather than site-specific, each canvas functions simultaneously as an independent work and a constituent component of a
«I am one of those people who thinks that anyone can do it, as Jacques Brel said, “Talent does not exist, there are only workers”, personally I work a lot.»
Bertrand Fournier Janville-sur-Juine, France. Tell us about you. Are there any prerequisites for becoming an artist? I’m 33 years old, I’m born and I work in France. I started painting by chance in 2016 with my daughter, at first it was to decorate my house then I started to post my paintings on instagram
«I think art doesn’t solve things but it makes people think and it inspires, and that could lead to tangible solutions.»
Mateas Pares Stockholm, Sweden. Tell us a little about yourself, what led you into this profession? The best way to describe it is a slow burning hell towards a moment where I didn’t have a choice anymore. The absolute definitive moment was when I worked in Paris as global creative director for Cartier in
MAKE YOUR MARK | PLUS-ONE Gallery
Four young and promising artists, making their mark on the contemporary art scene. At the start of this new art season, PLUS-ONE Gallery brings together Jenny Brosinski, Stevie Dix, Antwan Horfee and Tom Volkaert in a group show that honours their individual practice and their professional respect for each other. What binds them is not
«Maybe my paintings are just about being human in a time when being human too often seems taboo.»
David Matthew King New York, United States. Usually we start an interview with another question but the first thing that comes to our mind when started writing the interview with you: “Why your paintings look like a million dollars?” That’s a very nice thing to say, but I’m not sure I have an answer
«I want to paint, I have a lot of ideas and I want to work, for me paint is a really great part of my life.»
Marco Pariani Milan, Italy. Tell us your story. What resulting you in art world? I remember that drawing gave me wonderful sensation when I was child, I copied the drawings in the comic books with my pencil, and when some “marks” were pretty good, I was so happy. When I was even younger, my grandfather often bought
«I’m the eternal optimist. For me, optimism is essential in making art, as I never really feel defeated when something doesn’t work.»
Taylor Anton White Stafford, Virginia, United States. Could you tell us about yourself? Where did it all begin? I was born in San Diego, California, but grew up in Colorado and North Carolina. I was a terrible student in high school, and eventually joined the Marines. After about 9 years, I then decided that
Chris Hood in dialogue with Steven Cox
The interview is taken from HUNTED PROJECTS Steven Cox: Can you tell me a little about yourself, your background, and when you first started working full-time as an artist? Chris Hood: I am a bit peripatetic and like to keep on the move but am originally from Atlanta. I immediately moved to New York City after art
INTERVIEW | 50 YEARS WITH ART BRUSSELS
Interview with Managing Director Anne Vierstraete “I believe that Art Brussels has endured over the years because it has succeeded in staying faithful to its distinctiveness as a discovery fair, reserving a large part of the fair to the most emerging talents (…).” In the year of Art Brussels’ 50th anniversary, the quote by the
ARTIST RESIDENCY | interview with founders
“With space on offer to artists/creatives in London growing in price and exclusivity Artist Run has launched it’s artist residency program, giving an opportunity for artists to create and present their works. With additional support selected artists will be given time to explore their own practise and become involved in the local creative community. The