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The German visual artist, photographer and musician Rainer Gross invites us on a journey through his artistic evolution, from his childhood finding expression in drawing, color, and nature, to his bold move to New York City in the 1970s. Enchanted by the city's energy and artistic vibrancy, he immersed himself in its creative scene—playing drums in a band, and assisting artists like Robert Motherwell. Influenced by figures such as Howard Kanovitz and Larry Rivers, his curiosity led him to constant experimentation.
His signature technique—layering oil paint and pure pigments to create unique monotypes—reflects his embrace of both chance and control. Now, he is turning a new page with the Madras series, incorporating fresh patterns while continuing to explore the interplay of multitude layers, mirroring the complexity of human experience. Music remains integral to his creative process, now expressed through guitar, offering another way to channel his thoughts beyond painting.
At the heart of his work lies an ongoing inquiry: What is a painting? What can it be? What is life, and what can life be? Through his ever-evolving practice, Rainer Gross continues to embrace the unknown, inviting us to do the same.
*The spoken language in this episode is English.
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The Chilean visual artist Francisca Sutil reflects on her artistic journey, from discovering the transformative power of color to crafting her unique abstract visual language. She recounts her move to New York in the 1970s, where her exploration of handmade paper techniques shaped her creative process, alongside encountering the influential works of artists like Mark Rothko and Ellsworth Kelly.
Her work explores personal experiences, emotional depth, and the interplay between perception and feeling. Recently, she has focused on nature's forms and landscapes, creating a dialogue with the external world. Sutil aims to evoke a deep response in the viewer, serving as a mirror to their inner world. For her, the greatest joy of being an artist lies in the unexpected discoveries that emerge through the immersive connection between the mind, the gesture, and the canvas.
*The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.
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The Argentine sculptor, visual and textile artist Jacinta Grondona reflects on the influences that shaped her creative journey and the discovery of her artistic voice through sculpture. Her organic forms center on themes of sexuality and fertility, often featuring motifs like unicorn horns, births, female figures, and vibrant, translucent eggs. Motherhood and her personal experience as a mother have deeply influenced her perspective.
Driven by curiosity, Grondona explores various mediums, exemplified by her project Alquimia de las Rosas, which harmoniously blends textile design with her artistic vision. Summing up her philosophy, she says, “It is all about Beauty and Joy for me.”
*The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.
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The Argentine visual artist and ceramist Gabriela Ezcurra invites us to connect with nature through her art, inspired by the vibrant landscapes of the jungle and forest. Shaped by her experiences in both America and Europe, her work strives to capture the strength and vitality of nature, aiming to inspire a deep love for it in the viewer, and in turn, encourage its preservation. Although she began with painting, her exploration into ceramics allowed her to merge color and three-dimensionality, expanding her creative passion and artistic expression across various mediums. Gabriela Ezcurra views art as a continuous learning process, and her works undoubtedly invite us to fall in love with the natural world.
*The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.
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The Colombian textile artist Carolina Salom invites us to return to our origins. Her textile work is deeply connected to nature, inspired by the landscapes of her childhood in Colombia, where the mountains transform into rivers and plains. Through materials like wool, which represents a symbiosis between humans and sheep, Salom explores healing and the slow rhythm of artisanal weaving. In her creative process, nature and natural dyes are essential, and her art seeks to dignify the work of artisans, blending the functional with the aesthetic and the ancestral with the contemporary.
*The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.
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The Argentine dancer and choreographer Teresa Marcaida shares how dance has been her form of expression since childhood. A graduate of the Juilliard School in New York, she has been influenced by choreographers like Jiří Kylián and the Graham technique. Deeply marked by Pina Bausch, who selected her to perform one of her solos at the Biennale di Venezia, she also counts Jacopo Godani as a major mentor who expanded her creative boundaries in movement.
On a personal level, her mother has been a pillar in her career, and her unique bond with her sister Juana, who inspires her as they communicate through movement without need for words. Teresa Marcaida blends emotion and theatricality in her choreography, seeking to move the audience and create deep connections through dance, an art form that she sees as a means of communication and healing.
*The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.
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The Argentine visual artist Andrés Paredes invites us to explore his childhood in Misiones and the profound influence of the Atlantic Rainforest on his art. His works reflect the jungle's vibrant greens and red soil, key elements that shaped his identity. Using insects like butterflies and cicadas, he delves into themes of transformation and life cycles. His art transcends aesthetics, incorporating materials like isipó basketry and soil from termite mounds to tell the story of his land, culture, and landscape.
*The spoken language in this episode is Spanish.
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I’m Alexandra van Peborgh, art historian, nature enthusiast, and founder of AVP Art Advisory. Welcome to my very first podcast! In this solo episode, I’ll introduce myself and share the story behind Art in Bloom.
Each episode features in-depth conversations with artists from around the world, diving into their creative process, motivations, and the impact of their surroundings. We’ll uncover what drives their curiosity and how they use their art to make a lasting impact. I’m excited for you to join me on this journey and explore these incredible stories!
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