Artistcloseup Magazine
Issue 25
Born out of a passion for art, Artistcloseup was founded in August 2020 by a small group of artists eager to share their love for creativity with the world. Since then, we have established ourselves as a recognized name in the international art scene.
Our mission is to bring together talented artists from around the globe, showcasing their works, unique attitudes, and diverse perspectives on the world.
Divide Magazine
Issue 12
Where do you see your work heading in the future, and what are you excited to explore next?
“I am currently exploring the philosophical expression of symbolism within feminist frameworks. Specifically, I am investigating how symbols—whether in graphic forms, gestures, or movements—interact with specific spaces and contexts to convey layered meanings. My focus lies in how symbolic repetition within spatial environments can critique and reframe narratives of female identity. This direction excites me as it offers a way to further connect the emotional and intellectual dimensions of my work, while opening up new possibilities for interpreting identity and space.”
Reflections of the Past,
Visions of Tomorrow
As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves at a crossroads between reflection and anticipation—a moment ripe with meaning and creativity. The December 2024 exhibition, “Reflections of the Past, Visions of Tomorrow”, invites artists to delve into this delicate balance, offering a space to explore the interplay between memory and aspiration. This exhibition showcases works that engage with the experiences, memories, and transformations of the past year while casting a hopeful or critical eye toward what lies ahead in 2025 and beyond. Artists were encouraged to draw upon both personal and collective journeys, examining the ways in which recent social, political, environmental, and cultural events have shaped our understanding of the present.
Winter Issue
Seasonal Edition
Auto-ethnography is a unique research method in art. Can you explain how it informs your creative process, and how do you balance the personal with the universal in your work?
“Auto-ethnography is both a tool and a mirror in my work, helping me turn individual stories into something that others can connect with. It lets me explore my own narrative and, from there, connect it with broader social and cultural structures. In my ‘Traces’ series, for instance, I combine personal items and stories to explore the relationship between self and environment in a way that resonates on a more universal level. Auto-ethnography allows me to dive deeply into personal stories while reaching out to universal themes that others can relate to. This balance is essential in creating a space where individual experience and collective understanding can coexist.”
Blog Feature
What is an artist’s role in society and how do you see that evolving?
“I’d say an artist’s role is to provide the public with subtle perspectives, bringing forth different viewpoints and thoughts. This collective thinking can drive society toward positive progress. Especially today, with the rise of artificial intelligence, I believe that the thoughts and messages conveyed in art are even more crucial for the artist's role. Nowadays, especially in contemporary art, traditional techniques are no longer the focus. Interdisciplinary thinking, communication, and breakthroughs have opened up more opportunities for today’s artists.”