Paula Punkstiņa's Solo Show 'The Arrows of Concerns' Explores Identity Through Sculptural Prosthetics

Paula Punkstiņa, an artist from Latvia, is showcasing her solo exhibition titled 'The Arrows of Concerns,' under the curation of Zane Onckule. This exhibition investigates the concept of fluid identity through sculptural works crafted from flexible polyurethane memory foam, alongside bamboo arrows, bicycle components, taxidermy pieces, and synthetic hair. The fragmented anatomies presented echo Julia Kristeva's notion of abjection, juxtaposing clinical aesthetics with delicate materials. The deer motif raises inquiries about permanence and the boundaries between life and death. Additionally, photographic collages sourced from personal archives explore themes of memory and distortion. Punkstiņa, a graduate in Photography from the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague, is currently pursuing a Master's at the Piet Zwart Institute in Rotterdam and is a recipient of the Kim? Open Call 2026. Her recent endeavors include a solo exhibition at DOM Gallery in Riga (2024) and a duo exhibition in Liège (2026).