Next Time, Maybe. The Reject Edition. Volume 5

Every artist knows the sting of rejection. This edition of NOD Magazine explores the experience of being turned down, offering a platform for previously rejected works and stories. Featuring an interview with a psychologist, insights from critics, and an article on the history of rejection in the arts, it turns setbacks into stepping stones - proving that rejection is not the end but part of the journey.

Details:
- Veresa Eybl takes us through history, from the Salon des Refusés to the present, showing how rejection can spark revolution.
- Psychologist Mag. Viktoria Lanthier shares insights on the emotional toll of rejection and how to build resilience.
- Critics Liesbeth den Besten & Saskia van Es discuss the challenges of contemporary jewelry in the broader art world.
- Ela Nord interviews artists across disciplines to reveal that rejection never truly disappears – it just takes new forms.
- 64 artists share projects that were once rejected but now find recognition.
- Removable A3 poster

Created by Veresa Eybl, Katrin Derakhshifar, Ela Nord, Stephie Morawetz & Konstanze Prechtl.

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