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Coraux and the essence of sea voyages by Marie-José Gustave
Through Coraux, Marie-José Gustave invites us to embark on a journey of introspection and empathy inspired by the captivating beauty of Guadeloupe’s shoreline – the artist’s ancestral homeland. Read more
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Habitat and the Essential Objects of Human Existence by Chien-Ching, Hung
Habitat reimagines the creation of the essential objects of human existence – containers, clothes, and even a house – through a meticulous return to manual craftsmanship. Chien-Ching, Hung’s process encompasses everything from the careful gathering of lichens for dyeing to harnessing the natural phenomenon of wild wool felting. Read more
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Heavenly Bodies: Material Alchemy by Emma Witter
Emma Witter, an artist described as ‘part artist, part scientist, part chef, and all-around magician’ by art historian Sophie Lachowsky, has carved her artistic niche through the exploration of the alchemical possibilities inherent in copper. Her work transcends conventional artistic boundaries, delving into the realm where art, science, and mysticism converge. Read more
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Alchimia: Animals, Plants, Minerals, and Dyes by Shahar Livne
Colors seem like a blessing from heaven. They stir emotions and bring forth collective or individual, conscious or unconscious memories, allowing us to choose the comfort of certain tones. As we introduce colors into our crafted world, our focus often centers on what colors provide but seldom on what they are made of. Read more
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The Healing Lace by Katerina Knight
For Katerina Knight, and perhaps for many of us, the act of creation becomes a healing balm. As the artist expresses, it is a journey made of raw, intimate, and nourishing moments that allow for a deep and authentic connection with oneself. Read more
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Narratives of Time: Impressions of the Atlantic Coast by Harriet Hellman
Through the lens of clay, film, and photography, Harriet Hellman uncovers the vulnerability that defines the human condition, drawing inspiration from the vibrant shoreline of the Atlantic coast. Read more
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our beloved and sacred sun. Adam Bialek on the value of the sun
‘our beloved and sacred sun’ began as an ode to life. What would life be without light, without the sun? This question was perhaps more pressing when the sun dictated our rhythms and governed our lives, and all modes of existence followed nature’s cycles. Read more
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Julie Lænkholm: Plants, nature and spirituality
Drawing inspiration from ancient knowledge on nature and crafts, passed down orally through generations, Julie Lænkholm revitalizes a female-driven history that has faded into obscurity or actively been disregarded. Read more
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Les métamorphoses by Marion Hawecker
Whether using elemental, mineral, animal, or vegetable elements, Marion Hawecker questions our relationship with non-human living beings and their environment. Read more
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WITHERED by Vânia Reichartz
The WITHERED series made by Vânia Reichartz emphasizes a captivating texture and technique that becomes evident after processing the unsettling shapes. Read more
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Fabricated Symbiosis by Mirte Luijmes
In this material-driven research developed by Mirte Luijmes, the starting point is the realm of lichens. Read more
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Ancient Shapes: Amphor Blanc by Lisa Geue
Amphorae, an ancient vase used as a storage jar, emanates an intrinsic and captivating beauty through its simple form and materiality and became a symbol of Greek pottery and its distinctive shapes. Read more
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Triptych by Gabriel Tarmassi
Imagine contemplating a landscape, the gentle shapes of the dunes and the waves lapping slowly (…) The Triptych piece by Gabriel Tarmassi might take you back to one of those places. Read more
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Balancing Relations by Helen O’Shea
Looking at Helen O’Shea’s sculptural pieces, one can wonder what material could support such delicate shapes. Plastic would not be the first guess. Read more
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Phyton-Morphe by Josefina Guilisasti at PATRICIA READY gallery
‘Phyton-Morphe’ is a collective exhibition that can be seen at Patricia Ready Gallery in Chile. It is coordinated by the gallery’s represented artist Josefina Guilisasti in collaboration with artist Paula Subercaseaux and distinguished local craftswomen Inés Villalobos, Ruth Méndez, and Hilda Díaz. Read more