Hollow

Hollowing out, grinding, and Terra Sigillata are all part of Nina Fránková's artistic practice, which is documented in this monograph. The book explores the multifaceted layers of her work, including Performance without a Spectator, Unfinishedness, and The Art of Becoming. Fránková's practice is rooted in ceramic clay but also includes found shapes and residual materials. The book includes texts and essays by invited contributors that seek to unravel, interweave, and connect the layers of her practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 01 December 2022
Publisher: Onomatopee

Nina Fránková's artistic practice, explored through photographic documentation and accompanying essays by Kris Dittel, Denisa Kollárová, Pedro Moraes, and Anne Grøtte Viken, delves into the multi-layered realm of ceramic clay. While primarily rooted in ceramic clay, Fránková's fascination with basic forms, found shapes, and residual materials collected during the making process is evident. These moments of pause and reflection, which play a significant role in her work, allow her to contemplate the meaning of creating new objects and explore symbolism and metaphorical aspects of the formation process. The monograph titled "Hollowing Out; Making It Survivable" aims to unravel, interweave, and connect the multifaceted layers of Fránková's practice. The central themes of Performance without a Spectator, Unfinishedness, and The Art of Becoming serve as a basis for the texts and documentation presented. The movement of passing and pulling through is explored, with an emphasis on collecting scraps of material and searching for meaning in the process. Fránková's artistic journey is a testament to the care and attention she brings to her work, offering a deeper understanding of the artistic process and the symbolism it conveys.

Weight: 418g
Dimension: 242 x 169 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789493148710