What happens when an artist translates their work into a large format? Beth Wong takes on the experiment in The Wall #5, the fifth edition of The Wall project. From September 23rd until November 10th, he is working on an artwork spanning almost 200m².
You can follow the development of Jop’s work at Kunstpunt; drop by between 12 PM and 5 PM from Wednesday to Saturday.
Not often do artists have the chance to experiment on a large scale. Yet, working in public spaces, such as on facades, squares, and in parking garages, requires some practice. That’s why Kunstpunt Groningen initiated the project The Wall. On an indoor wall at Kunstpunt with an area of nearly 200 m2, artists have the unique opportunity to work freely. Project leader Sander Vermeulen states, “The project aims to help the artist take a step towards a new way of working, where the scale and dimension extend further than they have explored before.”
With The Wall, Kunstpunt provides a stepping stone for commissioned work in public spaces and responds to artists’ demand for space for research and experimentation.
In the first edition of The Wall, Greek artist Christos Mavrodis created a stunning charcoal drawing on the wall. In The Wall #2, artist Marnix Sixma explored the vast surface by creating a variation of a ‘snail trail’ with words using a pencil. Alexandra Subota took a completely different approach in the latest edition: she presented a dystopian scene using polyurethane foam and various types of fabric in an ostensibly cheerful manner. In The Wall #4, we saw a project by Beth Wong.
Alongside my focus on fun, freedom, and curiosity, I also seek strong contrasts and sometimes just plain clarity.
Jop Luberti is a graphic artist and risograph printer based in Groningen. His colorful, dynamic designs can be applied to various media: risograph art prints, book covers, indoor and outdoor walls, T-shirts, and album covers. He prefers to work in an analog, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly manner, and hopes to raise (even more!) awareness about this approach.
In terms of visual language, he plays with expectations—both his own and those of the viewer. He explores seemingly illogical combinations that may not be obvious but can ultimately be made beautiful. Surprise, discovery, and excitement play a major role in this process.
Jop: “Alongside my focus on fun, freedom, and curiosity, I also seek strong contrasts and sometimes just plain clarity. This results in a semi-figurative style, somewhat surreal, not necessarily pop or op art, but certainly pseudo-psychedelic!”
Take a look at Jop’s website, click here.