Iosif Kiraly's Intimate Visions of Post-Communist Romania
Since 1990, Romanian artist Iosif Kiraly has made his 'Indirect Photographic Journal' a major body of work. His images capture the uncertain status of Romanian artists during a period of post-communist crisis and transition. A central theme is the city, especially Bucharest and its suburbs, where Kiraly focuses on the sordid or kitsch refinements of urban life. When photographing other cities, he highlights both the unusual elements of travel and the repetition of poverty seen in his homeland.
Key facts
- Iosif Kiraly has been creating the 'Indirect Photographic Journal' since 1990.
- The work reflects the uncertain status of Romanian artists during post-communist transition.
- A major theme is the city, particularly Bucharest and its suburbs.
- Kiraly captures sordid or kitsch aspects of urban life.
- Images of other cities show both unique travel elements and recurring poverty.
- The article was published in artpress in December 1998.
- The work is described as 'visions intimes' (intimate visions).
- Kiraly's photography documents crisis and transition in Romania.
Entities
Artists
- Iosif Kiraly
Institutions
- artpress
Locations
- Romania
- Bucharest
Sources
- artpress —