Petr Písařík SPACE MAKER Exhibition: A Journey Through Contemporary Czech Art and Visual Perception
Discover paintings and three-dimensional objects by Petr Písařík, blending eclecticism with critical artistic expression.
The Petr Písařík SPACE MAKER exhibition presents a significant selection from this distinctive Czech artist's work. It explores his critical approach to art through material, color, shape, and composition, featuring both paintings and three-dimensional objects. Visitors can engage with pieces that delve into the artist's perception of his inner and outer worlds, often utilizing optical illusion to challenge visual understanding.
About Petr Písařík SPACE MAKER at Galerie Rudolfinum in Prague
Read curatorial context and practical visitor information for Petr Písařík SPACE MAKER at Galerie Rudolfinum in Prague
Exhibition summary
This exhibition showcases a selection of works by Czech artist Petr Písařík, exploring his critical approach to art through material, color, shape, and composition. It features paintings and three-dimensional objects that delve into the artist's perception of his inner and outer worlds.
Curatorial context
The exhibition 'Petr Písařík SPACE MAKER' presents a representative selection from the oeuvre of one of the most difficult-to-categorize Czech artists, who primarily expresses his critical thinking through material, color, shape, and composition. The exhibition does not aim for a retrospective narrative but rather unfolds a series of distinct attempts at synthesis within each hall, combining seemingly incompatible expressive and formal approaches. The displayed paintings and three-dimensional objects offer a glimpse into the landscapes of the artist's perception of the surrounding world and his inner life. A key method employed is optical illusion, creating discrepancies between the seen and the perceived, with colored plexiglass altering hues and rusted surfaces disguising material and weight. This curated experience encourages focused observation, prompting reflection on the relationships between contemporary art, design, and architecture, as well as the fragmented attention of modern life. Písařík's work, characterized by eclecticism and the use of everyday objects combined with shimmering surfaces, creates dreamlike micro-worlds that are both familiar and fantastical, reflecting the nature of contemporary rhythm. His resistance to trends and solitary artistic path are seen as manifestations of personal freedom, crucial for a creative spirit. His art marks a transition from postmodernism, reintroducing intimate experience into a fragmented world through individual creative strategies.
Admission and ticket notes
The page mentions that admission to the exhibition was voluntary. It also notes that visitors without sufficient time could return at another time to see the rest of the exhibition. It indicates that the last entry was 30 minutes before closing time. There is a link to purchase a membership, but no direct ticketing information for this specific exhibition is provided, as it is an archived event and admission was voluntary during its run.
Petr Písařík SPACE MAKER key exhibition facts
Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Petr Písařík SPACE MAKER at Galerie Rudolfinum in Prague
Venue
Galerie Rudolfinum
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Sep 6, 2018
Artist line / attribution
Petr Písařík (b. 1968) studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague and was a member of the group Pondělí. His work is characterized by a unique approach to materials, form, and perception, often incorporating everyday objects and optical illusions.
Prague
Find Current Exhibitions in Prague: Your Guide to Museum Shows
Explore Prague's vibrant art and history through diverse museum exhibitions.
Easily discover what's on display in Prague's museums and cultural institutions. Explore compelling temporary exhibitions covering a wide array of fascinating topics, from historical periods to modern artistic movements.