Veronika Janovec: Sculpture, Repetition, and the Archive of Edges
Veronika Janovec, a sculptor based in Berlin after relocating from Slovakia, is transforming her Kreuzberg residence into a vibrant studio for her ceramic creations. With a background in architecture from the Architectural Association in London, she skillfully interweaves her life with her art. Her collection, titled 'archive of edges,' reflects on the significance of shape, featuring notable pieces like 'The Study of An Edge' and the 'Winged' series. Influenced by John O'Donohue's poetry, Janovec emphasizes the meaning of negative space. Her experiences at Tezontle Studio in Mexico City, alongside noted artists, have further shaped her innovative techniques.
Key facts
- Veronika Janovec is a Slovak sculptor based in Berlin.
- She trained as an architect at the Architectural Association in London.
- Her Kreuzberg apartment serves as a private home and studio testing ground.
- She describes her practice as an 'archive of edges.'
- Her works include the 'Winged' series and 'The Study of An Edge.'
- She is represented by MAJ VAN DER LINDEN in Berlin and Sgr A in Cologne.
- Janovec cites Saloua Raouda Choucair, adobe architecture, and pre-Hispanic art as references.
- She worked with Tezontle Studio in Mexico City, founded by Lucas Cantú and Carlos H. Matos.
- Janovec embraces a theory of beauty as healing.
- Weightlifting is a key influence, emphasizing repetition and failure.
Entities
Artists
- Veronika Janovec
- Kathy Acker
- Saloua Raouda Choucair
- Lucas Cantú
- Carlos H. Matos
- John O'Donohue
Institutions
- Architectural Association
- Universität der Künste
- Tezontle Studio
- MAJ VAN DER LINDEN
- Sgr A
- Ignant
Locations
- Kreuzberg
- Berlin
- Germany
- London
- United Kingdom
- Mexico City
- Mexico
- South America
- Central America
- Brazil
- Lichtenberg
Sources
- IGNANT —