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Erased Twice: Sudanese Women Artists Between Revolution and War

Erased Twice: Sudanese Women Artists Between Revolution and War

Fifty years of feminist intervention in Sudanese modernism. A revolution painted on city walls. A war that looted 150,000 artefacts and killed more than 55 artists. And a Gulf state financing the destruction while underwriting the museums that exhibit the survivors. This article traces what Sudanese women artists built, what is being erased, and what the Western art world prefers not to name.

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RAW, BLO, Bodengold: Wie Berlin seine Kulturräume verliert

RAW, BLO, Bodengold: Wie Berlin seine Kulturräume verliert

Am RAW-Gelände in Friedrichshain arbeiten über 80 Kulturprojekte ohne gültigen Mietvertrag. Die B.L.O.-Ateliers in Lichtenberg warten seit zwei Jahren auf die Rücknahme einer Nutzungsuntersagung. Das Watergate hat geschlossen, die Renate auch. Der Berliner Kulturetat wurde um 110 Millionen Euro gekürzt. Was hier passiert, ist kein Zufall – es sind sechs Mechanismen, die zusammenwirken.

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The Architecture of Manipulation: Dark Patterns, Game Theory, and the Theft of Cooperation

The Architecture of Manipulation: Dark Patterns, Game Theory, and the Theft of Cooperation

What if resistance were stripped out, friction removed, and the surface made so smooth that you could no longer perceive the forces shaping your behavior? Part 2 of “Resistance as Material” traces the architecture of digital manipulation — from dark patterns and surveillance capitalism through algorithmic racism to the mathematical proof that cooperation outperforms extraction. Always.

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Voices of the Unseen

When geography disappears, what remains is the system: 13 international female artists & one collective video

Videokunst Voices of the Unseen: On the left he face of a woman, half hidden behind a 3-dimensional textile artwork. On the right side the text "Voices of the Unseen - When Art speaks ehat Power tries to hide'.

Salon de Refusées

Exhibition of 43 female artists from 17 countries – rejected by established art institutions

Eva Alvor

Discover Eva Alvor’s haunting textile masterpiece “Dead Bird,” where the threads of life and loss entwine in a stark dance of color and form. This Ukrainian artist’s hand-embroidered narrative evokes a poignant fairy tale, rich with existential musings and a decadent touch of mysticism. Uncover the enigma woven into every stitch.

Julia Apostolidou

Julia Apostolidou’s “divine” challenges traditional beauty narratives with its bold representation of the female form. This piece, blending oil and oil pastels, confronts societal pressures and the male gaze, advocating for self-confidence and agency. Apostolidou’s departure from hyperrealism in this work spotlights the beauty in imperfection, urging a reevaluation of beauty standards and self-worth.

Laura Aranda

Laura Aranda’s “Intertwined II,” featured in krautART’s “Salon de Refusées,” is a thought-provoking art print. Aranda delves into dream interpretation and the human figure, unearthing emotions from nostalgia to fear. Her versatile style, influenced by various art movements, oscillates between abstraction and figuration, offering deep introspection and connection.

Nadja Asghar

Explore Nadja Farah Bratland Asghar’s emotive art that delves into human emotions and connection. Join “Salon de Refusées” to empower female artists.

Sophia Ato

Sophia Ato’s installation “information pollution” at krautART’s “Salon de Refusées” confronts the overwhelming daily assault of information. This mixed media piece creates a looping metaphor for the repetitive pressure of life, urging introspection amidst the chaos.

Yuchen Bian

Illustrator Yuchen Bian showcases “A Tree In Battersea Park 03” at krautART’s “Salon de Refusées,” a framed print that reflects on life’s fleeting moments through memory and nature’s lens.

charLotte

Engage with CharLotte’s poignant ‘Schwimmen’, a visual and textual odyssey that delves into the heart of female sexuality and empowerment.

Mary Crenshaw

Step into Mary Crenshaw’s world of art where Eastern philosophies meet Western strength. Her multidisciplinary approach in painting, drawing, and sculpture creates a dynamic interplay of energy, humor, and tragedy. Dive deeper into her journey and be inspired by her experimental spirit.

Alice Cuenot

Enter Alice Cuenot’s realm with “Capirona,” a canvas that not only paints but breathes the spirit of healing and the wild.

Chiara Dalla Costa

Chiara Dalla Costa, a Berlin-based Italian artist, draws inspiration from the realms of mysticism and self-discovery. Her enchanting creations, known as ‘Tiny Mystic Creatures,’ emerge from a deep connection with the spiritual and the unknown.

Gennifer Deri

Step into Gennifer Deri’s world, where “Decrypt for-mat#1” defies norms and decrypts the body’s narrative beyond societal constructs.

Cornelia Es Said

Through her work, Cornelia Es Said calls for a reckoning, urging us to see beyond profit and power to the sanctity of collective human experience.

Elina Evstig

Elina Evstig combines realism with abstract techniques in oil. She is passionate about depicting people, especially portraits of women.

Zarahlena

Zarahlena’s “Gypsophila y todas las flores” at the Salon de Refusées is a visual protest against femicide, reflecting her struggle against censorship and societal silence.

Evdokia Georgiou

Evdokia Georgiou’s ‘The Everyday Snail’s Path’ crafts a mesmerizing narrative that urges a reconsideration of our daily interactions and the societal roles we carry within us, akin to a snail bearing its home.

Kristy Gosling

Kristy Gosling’s “Aberrations” series reimagines the photographic canvas, blending light, shadow, and form into a sculptural tableau that captivates and challenges perception. Discover her unique vision where photography transcends its own frame, beckoning viewers into a dance with depth and illusion.

Katrin Greiner

Katrin Greiner’s ‘Radicchio Love’ invites us on a visual journey through the ‘Power And Poetry Of Pain’, where chronic discomfort is re-envisioned into a celebration of resilience and vibrant color.

Annabelle Hoffmann

Step into Annabelle Hoffmann’s “All colours are beautiful,” where every hue whispers a story of urban metamorphosis, and the city’s pulse becomes a canvas for reflecting on identity and existence.

Ljubica Janjetović

Discover Ljubica Janjetović’s ‘A Small Boat on a Lake Ohrid I,’ where each drypoint line is a whisper of tranquility against the canvas of life’s bustling backdrop.

Bob Jones

Challenge perceptions and embrace diversity with Bob Jones’s “My Bare Self.” This powerful photography series is a profound statement on body positivity and identity, inviting us to see beyond the conventional.

Natasha Lelenco

In ‘Exchange Currencies,’ Natasha Lelenco crafts a bold narrative through wooden coins, reflecting on identity and the elusive concept of value. Her work stands as a profound invitation to reassess our understanding of art’s worth and societal belonging.

Lorie Lu

“Lorie Lu’s ‘Misogyny’ invites a piercing digital gaze into the shadows of the collective psyche, challenging hidden biases through computational art.

Anastasia Lukomskaya

Anastasia Lukomskaya is a visual artist and poet from Moscow, now in Germany, exploring human consciousness and the impact of totalitarianism. Her art, spanning various media, reflects on societal ills and the quest for personal truth in a world of compulsion and conformity.

Art Revolution on February 29, 2024, at Berlin’s krautART ARTspace!

‘Salon de Refusées’, inspired by the historic 1863 ‘Salon des Refusés’ in Paris, opens its doors on February 29, 2024, for a spectacular celebration of contemporary art!

Showcasing works of 47 artists from 17 countries in a diverse range of media including paintings, mixed media, video games, posters, photography, videos, street art, and sound installations. This leap year event promises a unique artistic experience in the heart of Berlin. Throughout the exhibition period, we’ll host artist talks, workshops, short film nights, and more, culminating in a grand finale on March 28th. Join us in this extraordinary leap into artistic innovation and international collaboration at krautART ARTspace!

Kunstrevolution am 29. Februar 2024 im Berliner krautART ARTspace!

Der “Salon de Refusées”, inspiriert vom historischen “Salon des Refusés” von 1863 in Paris, öffnet am 29. Februar 2024 seine Pforten zu einer fulminanten Feier zeitgenössischer Kunst!

47 Künstlerinnen aus 17 Ländern zeigen Werke in einem breiten Spektrum an Medien, darunter Gemälde, Mixed Media, Videospiele, Poster, Fotografie, Videos, Straßenkunst und Soundinstallationen. Während des Ausstellungszeitraums veranstalten wir Artist Talks, Workshops, Kurzfilm-Abende und vieles mehr. Die Ausstellung gipfelt in einer Finissage am 28. März.
Werden Sie Teil dieser außergewöhnlichen Ausstellung internationaler künstlerischer Zusammenarbeit!

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Einladungen zu Veranstaltungen, Vernissagen und Finissagen im krautART ARTspace und den B.L.O. Ateliers.