CONTEMPORARY ART INVITES US TO REFLECT ON THE PRESENT
"To surprise the modern world, it is necessary to keep up with new ideas.
The rapid development of digital technologies pushes me to change my approach to designing
and creating jewelry."
The rapid development of digital technologies pushes me to change my approach to designing
and creating jewelry."
INTERVIEW
Tell us about your background. What were your first influences that inspired you to be creative and become an artist, and what drew you to contemporary jewelry?
J.Art
J.Art
I remember how often I would draw endless patterns in my notebooks. Later, I began creating jewelry with stones—mostly pieces of glass, coal, or natural volcanic stones that I found outdoors or along the seashore. I have always loved watching my grandfather masterfully engrave patterns into metal, and I was fascinated by it.
At first, I felt shy because my ideas did not come from images or references. They came from deep within my subconscious, as if from a secret archive of my soul. Then I understood that there is no danger in art.
Now, whenever I feel the desire to pick up a pencil and draw, I listen to the sense of freedom within my soul and feel an extraordinary confidence that inspires me to create.
In 1994, my art began to take shape through art objects and jewelry. It was precisely the contemporary designer approach to jewelry, combined with the use of the latest technologies, that allowed me to distinguish myself from other jewelry artists.
For me, networking means being part of a creative community of artists where I can communicate, exchange thoughts and ideas, find inspiration in the work of other talented creators, and gain experience. It fills and enriches my soul.
In my view, art is a spiritual experience. I have worked to develop my ability to recognize what is stylish, harmonious, and relevant. That is why I visit numerous jewelry exhibitions around the world every year, where I have the opportunity to meet jewelry artists personally. Each of us is unique, with a complex individuality that cannot be compared to anyone else.
Today, I see particular importance in networking through social media and specialized platforms dedicated to international contemporary jewelry art, such as Klimt02.
At first, I felt shy because my ideas did not come from images or references. They came from deep within my subconscious, as if from a secret archive of my soul. Then I understood that there is no danger in art.
Now, whenever I feel the desire to pick up a pencil and draw, I listen to the sense of freedom within my soul and feel an extraordinary confidence that inspires me to create.
In 1994, my art began to take shape through art objects and jewelry. It was precisely the contemporary designer approach to jewelry, combined with the use of the latest technologies, that allowed me to distinguish myself from other jewelry artists.
For me, networking means being part of a creative community of artists where I can communicate, exchange thoughts and ideas, find inspiration in the work of other talented creators, and gain experience. It fills and enriches my soul.
In my view, art is a spiritual experience. I have worked to develop my ability to recognize what is stylish, harmonious, and relevant. That is why I visit numerous jewelry exhibitions around the world every year, where I have the opportunity to meet jewelry artists personally. Each of us is unique, with a complex individuality that cannot be compared to anyone else.
Today, I see particular importance in networking through social media and specialized platforms dedicated to international contemporary jewelry art, such as Klimt02.
How important is networking for you in your professional practice, and what are your preferred tools for this?
J.Art
J.Art
Networking is very important to my professional practice. It gives me an opportunity to exchange ideas and experience, discover new perspectives, and stay connected to the international contemporary jewelry community.
I find personal meetings at international jewelry exhibitions especially valuable, as well as social media and specialized platforms dedicated to contemporary jewelry art, such as Klimt02. These channels allow me to discover new artists, follow developments in the field, and maintain professional connections with colleagues and creative communities around the world.
I find personal meetings at international jewelry exhibitions especially valuable, as well as social media and specialized platforms dedicated to contemporary jewelry art, such as Klimt02. These channels allow me to discover new artists, follow developments in the field, and maintain professional connections with colleagues and creative communities around the world.
What are your general thoughts on the contemporary jewelry world (education, the market,
development, etc.)? Where do you see opportunities, and where do you see dead ends?
J.Art
development, etc.)? Where do you see opportunities, and where do you see dead ends?
J.Art
Since ancient times, applied art has been created by human hands. It is the work of a free soul, unrestricted by limitations. Contemporary art compels us to think about the present. As Picasso once said, everything depends on you and the sun with its thousand rays within you; everything else is nothing.
Today, in September 2022, I look at how external circumstances have driven us into a space of introspection. Yet, perhaps precisely because of this, we can experience our freedom in solitude. We can listen to our hearts and feel the rays of our desires. This encourages us to create and act from the soul.
Today, I see very few platforms, particularly on social media, where artists can present their work, exchange ideas and opportunities, discuss the challenges they face, and become part of the creative industry.
Another important question is where artists can find answers about the place of contemporary jewelry in relation to audiences and scholars.
Many artists turn to blogging as a way to present their work and receive feedback and recognition from their audience.
Today, in September 2022, I look at how external circumstances have driven us into a space of introspection. Yet, perhaps precisely because of this, we can experience our freedom in solitude. We can listen to our hearts and feel the rays of our desires. This encourages us to create and act from the soul.
Today, I see very few platforms, particularly on social media, where artists can present their work, exchange ideas and opportunities, discuss the challenges they face, and become part of the creative industry.
Another important question is where artists can find answers about the place of contemporary jewelry in relation to audiences and scholars.
Many artists turn to blogging as a way to present their work and receive feedback and recognition from their audience.
Thinking about your career, what role do technology and digital tools play in your artistic development and communication?
J.Art
J.Art
To develop a career, you always have to keep moving. To surprise the modern world, it is necessary to keep pace with new ideas. The rapid development of digital technologies pushes me to change my approach to designing and creating jewelry.
The eco-friendliness of jewelry is one of the important areas where I like to apply the latest technologies, such as colored thin latex coatings on silver or brass, which prevent oxides from affecting the skin.
New technologies also allow me to apply traditional techniques in a more professional way. For example, I use flocking in different colors to decorate my jewelry, based on an ancient Chinese technique. Today, the size of the flock fibers can be as small as 0.1 mm, which makes the coating more delicate, attractive, and durable.
The eco-friendliness of jewelry is one of the important areas where I like to apply the latest technologies, such as colored thin latex coatings on silver or brass, which prevent oxides from affecting the skin.
New technologies also allow me to apply traditional techniques in a more professional way. For example, I use flocking in different colors to decorate my jewelry, based on an ancient Chinese technique. Today, the size of the flock fibers can be as small as 0.1 mm, which makes the coating more delicate, attractive, and durable.
How has your work changed over the past few years, and what are you excited about these days?
J.Art
I’m a strong supporter of naturalism. For me, the best designer is nature itself. Lately, I have wanted to express my admiration for the evolutionary creation of human beings. I am fascinated by the harmonious way our internal organs work, with each one performing its own function. For example, the heart pumps blood, but it does not filter it; that function is performed by the kidneys.
The human brain created artificial intelligence. I am fascinated by this organ. It creates ideas and fantasies. It contains our memories and experience. Souls and feelings live in our hearts. In fact, humans have a right and a left hemisphere, and they are still being studied to determine where art lives.
Humanity adores new fashion brands and the latest gadgets. The idea of expressing admiration for human organs and creating objects inspired by them came to my mind two years ago, when we were confined to our homes and had the opportunity to reflect on our personal values.
These limitations stopped me, and I began to listen to myself. Not immediately, of course. After the initial shock, I realized the freedom within myself. I realized that no one can take away what belongs to us. I mean our skills and abilities. They are, in fact, a true resource in life.
We mostly strive to have the best house and car. We surround ourselves with the best gadgets, admire them, and aspire to possess them. And all these things are created by humans!
A teapot in the shape of a brain expresses my attitude toward natural philosophy. I love tea. I like to drink ideas and knowledge from my brain. I hope that others will like this idea too.
Now there is a war in my country, and I am looking for new partners to bring my idea of mass-producing such teapots to life.
Well, the heart is the next idea.
The human brain created artificial intelligence. I am fascinated by this organ. It creates ideas and fantasies. It contains our memories and experience. Souls and feelings live in our hearts. In fact, humans have a right and a left hemisphere, and they are still being studied to determine where art lives.
Humanity adores new fashion brands and the latest gadgets. The idea of expressing admiration for human organs and creating objects inspired by them came to my mind two years ago, when we were confined to our homes and had the opportunity to reflect on our personal values.
These limitations stopped me, and I began to listen to myself. Not immediately, of course. After the initial shock, I realized the freedom within myself. I realized that no one can take away what belongs to us. I mean our skills and abilities. They are, in fact, a true resource in life.
We mostly strive to have the best house and car. We surround ourselves with the best gadgets, admire them, and aspire to possess them. And all these things are created by humans!
A teapot in the shape of a brain expresses my attitude toward natural philosophy. I love tea. I like to drink ideas and knowledge from my brain. I hope that others will like this idea too.
Now there is a war in my country, and I am looking for new partners to bring my idea of mass-producing such teapots to life.
Well, the heart is the next idea.
