Statement
My work is a polylogue between the seen, felt and remembered, the historical and the personal. Based in Heidelberg, Germany, I draw from the rich tapestry of local myths and historical fragments to create what I call 'Deconstructed Tales.' Not illustrations; the raw data of the place, rendered as a state of mind. Each piece aims to unearth the resonance of these old stories within the contemporary psyche, exploring themes of memory, trauma and the enduring power of place.
Biography
Alina Strelkovskaia is a research-driven artist with academic background in Theory and Practices of Contemporary Art (BA Art Research, Lithuania) and Cultural Studies (MA Sociology, Lithuania). Her artistic practice explores the intersections of lore, psychology and visual culture, balancing on the threshold between analytical and visceral. Through her storytelling series of 'Artifacts' (drawings) and 'Digressions' (paintings), she builds a multi-layered world that invites viewers to question the narratives that shape our perception of history and self.
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