Lush - Kristin Sagli b. 1977

 

 

BienCuadrado is extremely proud to present the first solo show of Swedish artist and animator Kristin Sagli. 

In what could be seen as a departure from her professional practice, Lush embodies an investigation that has been ongoing in her personal work for many years. Her intricate drawings seduce us to a world of voluptuous abstract forms, mingling with flora and fauna. The viewer suddenly finds themselves in Alice's own shoes, navigating these Wonder-landscapes, where anything can appear in the corner of ones eye.

The processes are equally curious, and intertwined. Originating as pencil sketches without pre-planned composition or idea, the vines organically begin to wrap around first the page, the artist and then the viewer, slowly squeezing tighter as they grow. Later a blush may be added, a pastel tinge that can hint at life in a delicate skin, a precious hue you might expect only of sakura blossom. These layers are gently airbrushed in digitally, layer by layer, as if by a renaissance painter. At times further layers are added, only to extend the investigation. In a fascinatingly solid and natural series, it is not clear at which point the work begins or ends, neither through process or design.

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Lush is open by appointment only until May 4th. Exhibition will close on May 7th so don't hesitate to drop us a line if you wish to arrange a viewing.

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