Jakub Kubica
Jakub Kubica, a multidisciplinary artist originally from Žilina, Slovakia, now works and lives in Berlin. Specializing in sculpture, visual and
At the intersection of imagination and reality, American artist Rachel Youn crafts a world that blurs the lines between life and artifice. Merging the playful realm of cartoons with kinetic artistry, Youn transforms inanimate materials into dynamic installations, infusing them with a spirit that’s unmistakably human.
From discarded objects that once held purpose, Youn weaves stories of redemption. Secondhand shops become her treasure troves, revealing materials steeped in narratives of aspiration and unmet potential. Out of these finds, she assembles sculptures that oscillate between the absurd and the sensual, composed primarily of forsaken electric massagers and synthetic plants.
In a dance of motion and emotion, Youn’s peculiarly animated sculptures convey layers of meaning. They resonate with themes of queerness, societal norms, and an enveloping sense of ‘cosmic loneliness’ — reflections rooted deeply in the artist’s personal journey.
Drawn to the allure of once-beloved but subsequently abandoned items, Youn channels an innate empathy for these relics. Rescuing these devices, she not only prevents their descent into obscurity but also redefines their essence. It’s bittersweet to realize that these machines, crafted to emulate human warmth, now find themselves neglected.
Integrating artificial plants, Rachel Youn challenges our preconceptions. While their synthetic origins are evident, under Youn’s guidance, their purpose is reimagined. What were once inert factory creations now whirl, flutter, and interact, showcasing Youn’s remarkable talent for breathing life into the static.
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Jakub Kubica, a multidisciplinary artist originally from Žilina, Slovakia, now works and lives in Berlin. Specializing in sculpture, visual and
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