Choi Xooang is one of the most innovative and provocative sculptors in the contemporary Korean art scene, known for his unsettling and visceral works that explore themes of fragility, transformation, and human identity. His art challenges traditional conventions of sculpture, using the human body as a starting point for broader reflections on the existential condition of individuals, physical alteration, and our vulnerability as human beings.
Don Giovanni or The Stone Guest
The protagonist of the play is the infamous seducer Don Giovanni, who, driven by his unrestrained passion for satisfying his carnal desires, commits murder. The man killed by the protagonist is a commander, yet Don Giovanni is absolved of all charges.
The Distorted Feminine by Monica Piloni
Is a Brazilian artist born in 1978 in Curitiba, known for her distinctive and provocative artistic production. After graduating in 2002 from the School of Music and Fine Arts of Paraná, Piloni embarked on a journey exploring complex themes such as identity, sexuality, and the role of women in society. She currently lives and works in Brussels, where she continues to create pieces that challenge traditional perceptions of the body and femininity.
The Fantastic Worlds of Marina Marcolin
a fascinating figure in the world of Italian illustration and painting, capable of transporting those who observe her works into enchanted and dreamy worlds, filled with poetry and delicacy.
William Mortensen and Gothic Surrealism: A Journey into the Fantastic Imagination
William Mortensen and Gothic Surrealism: A Journey into the Fantastic Imagination… a controversial and pioneering figure in the history of photography, charted a path that challenged the conventions of his time, embracing the surreal and the gothic to create a fantastic imagery that defies traditional categories.
Elisa’s Creations: Between Art and Horror
In the world of art, where beauty and innovation constantly intertwine, the figure of Elisa Gavetti Gagliardi, also known as Yzart emerges, a young artist who has chosen to give shape to her darkest fears and fascinations through unique and disturbing creations. Specializing in the creation of horror-themed objects, Elisa is a creative mind that transforms nightmares and legends into tangible works of art, capable of evoking strong emotions and challenging the boundaries of the conventional.
The Ethereal Figures of a Self-Taught Artist: Franck Kuman
The ethereal figures of a self-taught artist, Franck Kuman… a French artist who, through his sculptures, evokes a world suspended between reality and imagination. His works, refined and elegant, convey a sense of lightness while being made from solid materials such as polished stainless steel and iron mesh. The contrast between the heaviness of the materials and the delicacy of the forms is one of the distinctive features of his work, embodying an extraordinary combination of strength and sensitivity.
When Design Becomes Art: The Legacy of Ingo Maurer
When Design Becomes Art: The Legacy of Ingo Maurer. In the vast world of contemporary design, there are names that stand out for their ability to transcend mere function and transform everyday objects into emotional experiences. Ingo Maurer is certainly one of these. Often referred to as a “poet of light,” Maurer has redefined the concept of lighting, turning lamps and chandeliers into true works of art. But his greatness does not stop there: his legacy invites us to reflect on a broader and deeper question: when can, or should, design become art?
The Existence and Interconnection of Adrian Arleo
The Existence and Interconnection of Adrian Arleo, a contemporary sculptor operating at the boundary between nature and humanity, creating works that deeply explore the mystery of existence and the interconnection between all living beings. Her work, primarily in ceramics, combines human and animal figures in surprising, almost magical ways that seem to reflect a primordial understanding of life and its cycles.
Michael Talbot and Existence
Michael Talbot is a contemporary British sculptor whose works seem infused with deep reflection on existence and the passage of time. Through his sculptures, often female figures in elegant and delicate poses, Talbot manages to convey a subtle anxiety, an almost imperceptible tension that runs through the bodies he models. This anxiety is not expressed in dramatic gestures or exaggerated poses, but can be felt in the way his figures seem suspended between eternity and the ephemeral, between dream and reality.