Redefining Contemporary Art with Kristof Kintera: HOW CAN I HELP YOU?
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DOX - Centre for Contemporary Art billboard advert Kristof Kintera show
In the heart of the vibrant Czech art scene, a visionary talent has emerged, captivating the world with his unparalleled creativity and thought-provoking masterpieces. Meet Krištof Kintera, a trailblazing Czech artist whose works transcend conventional boundaries, challenging perceptions and igniting a renaissance in contemporary art. Hailing from Prague, Kintera's artistry embraces a seamless fusion of imagination, wit and profound social commentary. With an eclectic blend of sculptural installations, kinetic artworks and mixed-media marvels, he breathes life into inanimate objects, revealing the poetic beauty that lies within the discarded and the mundane.
Throughout his illustrious career, Kintera has captivated both critics and art enthusiasts alike, earning international recognition for his daring exploration of themes like consumerism, environmental consciousness, and the intricacies of modern life. His oeuvre delves into the human condition, shedding light on our collective struggles and triumphs, as he challenges society's norms with a touch of satire and wit. Discover the artist's distinctive style, his profound messages and the innovative techniques that have propelled him to the forefront of contemporary art. Brace yourself to be mesmerized, intrigued and inspired as we unravel the brilliance of this Czech artist and the enduring impact of his indelible creations.
‘‘An old pillow with eyes made of burnt-out light bulbs "doubts its contribution to evolution", a malfunctioning cooler menacingly proclaims itself to be our environmental anxiety. A crumpled tin can sadly explains that it is trying to get itself in shape every day, a broken TV screen announces with a disappointed expression that "Everything is different". The words "No One Has Anything" carved into a sign have literally been struck with an axe. Simple yet visually striking arrangements, short punchy texts, playfulness, irony, hyperbole. Krištof Kintera's "drawings", which he has been continuously working on for almost two decades, are created spontaneously, quickly, and with ease.
He creates these straightforward compositions with limited resources - the found and "consumed" objects and materials of our everyday existence. Text often plays an important role in them. Thus, a kind of diary is being created - a personal confession of the artist, where he records on individual pages what interests, pleases, frustrates, and frightens him. At the same time, he touches on our own innermost feelings, joys, desires, pains, and fears. He x-rays the tiny fractures of our relationships, listens to the beating of our thoughts with a stethoscope, pokes our egos with a scalpel, and extinguishes common problems with a device eloquently labelled LOVE.
Artist as a therapist, healer and alchemist, a dispatcher of our inner insecurities. Hundreds of his "drawings", as he refers to them, now meet for the first time in a joint site-specific installation on three floors of the DOX tower. A book of wisdom, a wailing wall, an apothecary of virtues and vices? In Shakespeare's words As you like it. Your soul- searching journey to psychological (dis)comfort can begin. The Diary of Krištof Kintera is here for you. And how can it help you? See for yourself’’ Michaela Silpokova, curator
Exhibition hall, first floor - Centre of Contemporary Art HOW CAN I HELP YOU? show
9/03 - 20/08 2023
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
DOX - Centre for Contemporary Art
Poupětova 1, Prague 7
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