Cornelia Es Said: Art and Societal Conscience

stands as a manifestation to the transformative power of art in social commentary. Her piece “Klimakleber,” an oil on canvas, emerges as a vibrant protest against the commodification of life and the muting of humanism by populism. Born in 1964 in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Cornelia’s journey from a geriatric nurse to a prolific Berlin artist embodies her deep empathy and commitment to justice.

At B.L.O. Ateliers, her creative nucleus, Cornelia merges the raw freedom of the squatters’ movement with her academic profundity, resulting in art that’s as analytically potent as it is emotionally resonant. Collaborating with AI, she unveils biases and explores the intricacies of emerging intelligences, challenging both the status quo and future trajectories.

Her oilpainting “Klimakleber” is a dialogue between responsibility, autonomy, and interdependence—a complex reflection of the world’s political and social paradoxes. Through her work, Cornelia calls for a reckoning, urging us to see beyond profit and power to the sanctity of collective human experience. Her art is an invitation to witness, question, and transform.

SALON DE REFUSÉES

The "Salon de Refusées" is an art initiative inspired by the historic 1863 Paris exhibition. It's a platform celebrating female (read) artists who've faced rejection, turning exclusion into empowerment. Our project is dedicated to showcasing art in its most authentic form, creating a space where diverse voices and stories are seen and revered. Join us in this artistic uprising, where each piece adds to our resilience and the unyielding spirit of creativity.