Anish Kapoor on 'Unlearning' and Possibility at Casamadre Naples
Anish Kapoor, interviewed by Diana Gianquitto for Artribune, discusses his creative process ahead of his first solo exhibition at Casamadre in Naples. Kapoor describes his greatest challenge as 'unlearning what I know' and embracing the risk of not knowing to open possibility. He speaks of the joy of art and the freedom found in the void around which he shapes his works, inviting viewers to participate in understanding the missing part without providing answers. The interview touches on archetypes, perceptions, emotions, and the relationship between art and technology. The exhibition opening at Casamadre marks a significant moment for the artist in Naples.
Key facts
- Anish Kapoor was interviewed by Diana Gianquitto for Artribune.
- The interview took place ahead of Kapoor's first solo exhibition at Casamadre in Naples.
- Kapoor stated his biggest problem is 'unlearning what I know'.
- He emphasized the risk of not knowing as opening possibility.
- Kapoor described his works as inviting participation to understand the missing part.
- The interview discusses archetypes, perceptions, emotions, and art-technology relationship.
- Casamadre is the venue for the exhibition.
- Diana Gianquitto is a critic, curator, and lecturer in contemporary art.
Entities
Artists
- Anish Kapoor
Institutions
- Casamadre
- Artribune
Locations
- Naples
- Italy
- Mumbai