Mounted print, limited edition 1/5 + 1
36 inches x 36 inches
$1,500 – Sold
Biography
Their works, on a fuzzy spectrum of drawing, painting and installation, digest their own contextual origin, their chosen form and their future. The pieces hibernate in transport boxes and data carriers, stretch and roll through exhibition spaces or form their successors through their sale. Combining the experimental with the conceptional, Desto’s approach incorporates the background noises of art production and consumption alongside the distortion of content and material.
In 2021, they graduated with distinction from the Academy of Fine Arts in Nuremberg. Desto is a member of the artist collectives “Galerie Duglas” and “phantom step“, has participated in various exhibitions and projects, within Germany as well as internationally, was awarded multiple stipends and awards, amongst them the Bavarian State Award for the Advancements of Arts in 2022.
Thoughts on Djerassi Resident Artist Program
Djerassi was my first artist residency experience, and I have to say it has raised the bar for any future residencies I might attend. Set in a stunning landscape, it was a truly valuable experience to have the freedom to work, without unnecessary distractions and obligations, and to be able to continuously focus on my artistic work. Same goes for the delicious dinners, where we would have inspiring conversations with the other artists and the amazingly lovely staff. Creating such a fruitful situation for artists is a gift not many are able or willing to give, so I highly appreciate the vision and dedication that went into this program. I hope that many more artists will be able to experience it.
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