Blog — artcurator

1. How do social media and art relate for you today? How do you use social media in connection with your artistic practice? With whom (in terms of gender or profession) do you engage in commenting/discussion/liking on your FB wall? KATRIN VALGEMÄE:I use social media to the maximum – it is the contemporary artist’s gallery and press office in one, a place where you can go straight for the public’s nerve. I post my art and products, but also the work-in-progress and sometimes fragments of my life. I use paid promotion, through which I sell and build my audience internationally....

In “Femme Fiasco,” an electrifying series of paintings, bold colors and exaggerated expressions fuse with humor to explore the union of women and animals as a reflection of nature and social identity. The series embraces the complexities and flaws often seen as “fiascos,” turning them into a celebration of nature’s force and unique value. This work invites viewers on a journey of self-reflection and the exploration of identity.

In this interview, Tallinn-based artist Katrin Valgemäe shares insights on her creative journey, the inspiration behind her exhibition “Queens of Chaos,” and the influence of the 90s in shaping her work. Valgemäe discusses the playful irony in her paintings, her reflections on consumerism, and the power of breaking free from societal norms. She also touches on her childhood, the influence of Finnish TV, and her rebellious attitude towards artistic expression.