Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp. MA Degree Show 2023

Exhibition / NewTalentsByKlimt02 / 20 Jun 2023 - 27 Jun 2023

Published: 10.11.2023

Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp. MA Degree Show 2023.

Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp. Artesis Plantijn University College

: Mutsaardstraat 31
2000 - Antwerp
BELGIUM

: Website Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp; Facebook Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp; Instagram Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp

Mail:: academieap.be; jewelleryantwerpacademyoutlook.com

Phone:: 0032 3 2137100

Gabrielė Šlekytė. Brooch: Purposeful Accidents, 2023. Plaster, paint, wax, stainless steel. 7.3 x 1.2 x 12 cm. Photo by: Gabrielė Šlekytė. I'm fascinated by what old urban and rural walls tell me. It seems I have discovered a secret door to a new connection with my everyday surroundings. Through captured images, a rich tapestry unfolds—landscapes taking shape, fragments of the world map, a vibrant microworld teeming with life, layers of history or people's personal stories.
. When I discover a meaningful result through my process, it instantly holds great value for me. Consequently, it is vital that I continue to explore and provide room for the growth of this material, allowing it to be incorporated into jewelry that can be cherished when worn on the body. With my work, I aim to attract people's attention to the unique qualities of those created layers. I hope to evoke that same personal response and curiosity that arises when time seems to stand still, and we can explore every part of a piece..

Chanyoung Chan. Pendant: Prosthetic for a blackbird, 2023. Oxidized brass, silver. 7.2 x 4.2 x 3.2 cm. Photo by: Emile Pison. From series: My Dear. Sometimes we put an effort into something even though we know the desired result is impossible to achieve.
. When our loved one is heading to the end of their life, we try to hold on to them. The main reason can be that we don’t want to say goodbye so easily.
. However, while trying to keep them with us, we can slowly empty our minds, letting go of them.
. A picked lily, a broken acorn, a dead butterfly, rats.. they are my patients. Even if someone says that there is no chance to cure them, my hope and desire will be there to achieve the impossible..

Kexin Zhang. Object: City Rats, 2023. Rat bones. 5 x 6 x 19.5 cm. Photo by: Nuo Chen. From series: Elegy.

Yuxi Lu. Installation: Urban lichen, 2022. Collected chewing gum, Petri dish, nutritious agar, light plate. 42 x 3 x 30 cm. Photo by: Yuxi Lu. From series: Urban Archeology Lab. How will urban materials change in hundreds of years? What will they look like to future archeologists?
. Can we still recognize whether they are natural or artificial objects under the rapid development of technology?
. Yuxi Lu created a fictional Urban Archeology Lab (founded in 2430) in a bunker of the city of Antwerp. She is inviting visitors to enter the immersive space to discover future archeological findings and documentation. The objects displayed there mirror the shreds of evidence of urban life from the 21st century to the later 25th century. For example, brick from building sites, receipt paper from supermarkets, chicken wire from a house, and chewing gum from streets evolved over time. These recognizable objects transform into biomorphic forms with characteristics of flora, fauna, and minerals. Yuxi Lu hopes to make the audience wonder whether these objects are the result of natural forces or human and machinery manipulation over hundreds of years. She wants to raise awareness about the current state of nature and of human society, as much as stimulate the imagination about a new world for the audience..

Gabrielė Šlekytė
Brooch: Purposeful Accidents, 2023
Plaster, paint, wax, stainless steel
7.3 x 1.2 x 12 cm
Photo by: Gabrielė Šlekytė

I'm fascinated by what old urban and rural walls tell me. It seems I have discovered a secret door to a new connection with my everyday surroundings. Through captured images, a rich tapestry unfolds—landscapes taking shape, fragments of the world map, a vibrant microworld teeming with life, layers of history or people's personal stories.
When I discover a meaningful result through my process, it instantly holds great value for me. Consequently, it is vital that I continue to explore and provide room for the growth of this material, allowing it to be incorporated into jewelry that can be cherished when worn on the body. With my work, I aim to attract people's attention to the unique qualities of those created layers. I hope to evoke that same personal response and curiosity that arises when time seems to stand still, and we can explore every part of a piece.

Chanyoung Chan
Pendant: Prosthetic for a blackbird, 2023
Oxidized brass, silver
7.2 x 4.2 x 3.2 cm
Photo by: Emile Pison
From series: My Dear

Sometimes we put an effort into something even though we know the desired result is impossible to achieve.
When our loved one is heading to the end of their life, we try to hold on to them. The main reason can be that we don’t want to say goodbye so easily.
However, while trying to keep them with us, we can slowly empty our minds, letting go of them.
A picked lily, a broken acorn, a dead butterfly, rats.. they are my patients. Even if someone says that there is no chance to cure them, my hope and desire will be there to achieve the impossible.

Kexin Zhang
Object: City Rats, 2023
Rat bones
5 x 6 x 19.5 cm
Photo by: Nuo Chen
From series: Elegy
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Yuxi Lu
Installation: Urban lichen, 2022
Collected chewing gum, Petri dish, nutritious agar, light plate
42 x 3 x 30 cm
Photo by: Yuxi Lu
From series: Urban Archeology Lab

How will urban materials change in hundreds of years? What will they look like to future archeologists?
Can we still recognize whether they are natural or artificial objects under the rapid development of technology?
Yuxi Lu created a fictional Urban Archeology Lab (founded in 2430) in a bunker of the city of Antwerp. She is inviting visitors to enter the immersive space to discover future archeological findings and documentation. The objects displayed there mirror the shreds of evidence of urban life from the 21st century to the later 25th century. For example, brick from building sites, receipt paper from supermarkets, chicken wire from a house, and chewing gum from streets evolved over time. These recognizable objects transform into biomorphic forms with characteristics of flora, fauna, and minerals. Yuxi Lu hopes to make the audience wonder whether these objects are the result of natural forces or human and machinery manipulation over hundreds of years. She wants to raise awareness about the current state of nature and of human society, as much as stimulate the imagination about a new world for the audience.

The Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp's urge to adorn, in which jewels and objects are the most important means of identification and expression, is both universal and timeless. Jewels and wearable objects tell a story about the status and style, mentality, character and culture of the person using them. At the same time, they are a witness to social, cultural and technological developments. That's why jewellery design is such an exciting and versatile profession that, although based on a rich tradition of craftsmanship, is constantly changing.

Artist list

Chanyoung Chan, Yuxi Lu, Gabrielé Slekyté, Kexin Zhang

The focus is on the personal development of the talent and creativity of each student through research, concept development and self-reflection. In addition, attention is paid to the technical skills and practical insight needed for the craft. Technology and know-how of materials, gemmology, history of jewellery and 3D computer drawing, make this course an exciting voyage of discovery, where curiosity and imagination are continuously stimulated through the subject of jewellery.

Master students in Jewellery Design, Gold and Silversmithing of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp exhibited their work in June in Antwerp. The department facilitates to work in a variety of materials including precious metals, synthetics, wood and textiles. We invite guest lecturers, provide workshops and arrange visits to symposiums and exhibitions across Europe to cultivate a sound understanding of the broad spectrum of jewellery design in a contemporary world.

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Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp. Artesis Plantijn University College

: Mutsaardstraat 31
2000 - Antwerp
BELGIUM

: Website Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp; Facebook Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp; Instagram Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp

Mail:: academieap.be; jewelleryantwerpacademyoutlook.com

Phone:: 0032 3 2137100

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