Valentin Bakardjiev

Joined Artfinder: Oct. 2022

Artworks for sale: 14

Netherlands

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  • LE GRAND BLEU by Valentin Bakardjiev

    This video capture the proces of Shibori and Indigo dye on different papers LE GRAND BLEU sustainable art project This project relates to the world culture. I apply ancient craft techniques taking them to a fine art level. One of the early and main inspirations came from the Delfts blauw ceramics. Exploring the vibration of the blue pigment and ornaments, cracks and shades of old glazes that creates different multi-layered textures and specific depth. In this project I apply the Shibori technique with Indigo and ink on different papers, such as washi, calligraphy, recycled and even pieces that are 300-year-old* handmade Japanese papers. Placing many layers of semi-transparent paper exploring the possibility of creating the deepest blue colour as symbol of endless sky and deepest ocean. With my artworks I'm creating windows to different worlds guiding the viewer to make its own story. The sky and the ocean are connecting us in a world without a border’s and we all breathe the same air. We are living in one Blue planet. Le Grand Bleu is expressive, passionate, powerful and intimate. The blue shows the best of different worlds. It is my world. The ancient crafts I use come from an era when our planet was still clean. Putting my work in a new context of sustainability and multidisciplinary art. Some paintings were donated for fundraising to the Amsterdam Dinner 2017, an annual gala event that supports the fight against AIDS. It completes the cycle of the blue project. This is the moon cycle in my art, from inspiration to giving back. * I received 300-year-old paper pieces from Peter Poldervaart (1943-2019). He told me: “ Valentin, I kept those papers for so many years, don’t keep them- use them!” Peter Poldervaart was the head of paper restoration atelier at the Rijksmuseum for 27 years. I was presented to Peter in one opening of exhibition in Cobra museum few years ago. Since then I visited his atelier several times having wonderful time sharing our love for paper. During these visits I learned from him different ways of working with handmade papers and glues. He teaches me through his illustrated books of lectures during his studies in Japan. I have been privilege to drink water from the spring!!! Thank you Peter!

    28 October 2022

    The Cube Universe - Le Grand Bleu

    The Cube Universe - Le Grand Bleu multidisciplinary art project For many years Valentin Bakardjiev has been working on his project Le Grand Bleu. He applies ancient craft techniques, taking them to a fine art level. He applies the Shiboritechnique with Indigo and ink on various types of paper, such as washi, calligraphy, recycled and even 300-year-old handmade Japanese paper. By placing many layers of semi-transparent paper he explores the possibility of creating the deepest blue colour as a symbol of endless sky and deepest ocean. The Cube Universe is the first interactive installation that he has developed under this research. He wants to give the viewers the chance to feel that they can have the universe in their hands, and to see the problems around us from different perspectives. Having The Cube Universe literally in your hands is to understand the responsibility and importance of acting as a small individual to influence the future. - Diana Wind

    28 October 2022
    The butterfly effect- JURNEY

    The butterfly effect- JURNEY

    The Butterfly Effect sustainable art project A flap of a butterfly wing in one part of the world could be the cause of a tornado in a different part of the world. In other words a small change now could have a big effect in our lives later. In chaos theory the butterfly effect is the sensitive dependence on initial conditions in which a small change in one state of a deterministic nonlinear system can result in large differences in a later state. All our actions have consequences, and we need to take our responsibilities, especially when it comes to our beautiful planet. With The Butterfly Effect I’m framing the nature, focusing on the nature, and reminding us that we are part of the nature, creating awareness on the importance to keep the planet clean. This project is the next step of bringing us closer to our planet. Like the movement‘Arte Povera’, I chose a very common material, the corn leaves, as a building material to create the finest structure of zoomed-in butterfly wings. I use natural pigments and inks like indigo, nettle leaf, avocado peel and seeds to stay true to my ideas and convictions whilst creating these series of art works. My aim is to show the hidden beauty and richness of organic structures. My ‘Butterfly Effect’ addresses the problem of climate change as a result of overconsumption and waste. With all challenges we are facing regarding the environment and our planet, it is key to focus on sustainable way of working by using all possible leftover materials. I found new ways to incorporate for instance corn leaves and avocado peals and seeds to create my art, and to make us all experience nature in a different way and promote sustainable thinking and living. Focusing what is around us and what could be usable and/ or reusable. In a way making art from garbage. I try to Inspire the people into searching for new ways towards better future of our planet.

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