Natasha Lelenco

Lives and works in Fisterra, Spain

Artist statement

My approach is figurative, primarily centered on the human form, understanding it as an integral part of life rather than its core. Themes encompass identity, self-awareness, the role of chance in shaping the value of things and life itself. My artistic journey has given rise to self-contained series where narrative and format harmonize, often springing from a playful interplay of repetition, color juxtapositions, deformations in pursuit of psychological realism, and a selective use of elements and resources available in my studio. A recurring motif in my work is the creation of panels, which, through repetitive use of representations, weave a narrative. The visual motif of repetition, especially in the portrayal of faces, represents a graphic fixation that captures a world characterized by seriality. To depict this, I frequently draw inspiration from popular art, advertising, and kitsch. The resulting imagery often strikes a tragicomic chord. I find solace in project-based work, and virtually all my endeavors since dedicating myself professionally to artistic creation revolve around narratives materializing in pieces that often seek to function both collectively and independently.

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