Fragility – Jeannette Knigge / Netherlands

Fragility – Jeannette Knigge / Netherlands

FRAGILITYJeannette KniggeNetherlands Within the theme of Performing Identity, I have created various body-related objects; each object highlights a different part of our daily performance. Fragility is often perceived as weakness, yet in my work it becomes a space of...
Fragility – Jeanne-Sophie Aas / Norway

Fragility – Jeanne-Sophie Aas / Norway

FRAGILITYJeanne-Sophie AasNorway Controlling fragility is the core of my practice. Working with glass feels like a relationship: a cooperation where we both have needs and limits. We discover and grow together, but we are also able to hurt each other. Hot glass needs...
Fragility – Isabelle Busnel / France

Fragility – Isabelle Busnel / France

FRAGILITYIsabelle BusnelFrance This work looks at fragility through two brooches made from broken jewellery found in flea markets. Each piece is partly lost and incomplete, set in soft silicone and stitched with light punch needle embroidery. The pale blue and pink...
Fragility – Into Niilo / Belgium

Fragility – Into Niilo / Belgium

FRAGILITYInto NiiloBelgium This work consists of a pair of interlocking knuckledusters that form a single solid object when pressed together. When separated, the phrase I wanna choose love | instead of fear becomes legible. The object is a 3D-printed steel puzzle...
Fragility – Henrike Altes / Germany

Fragility – Henrike Altes / Germany

FRAGILITYHenrike AltesGermany Breathing Lungs. Such a strong organ, with such fragile structures. In some situations, I find it difficult to breathe or my breathing is very fast. It is directly linked to how I feel. In the same way, a deep breath can calm me down....