KIRA VERTEBRA
Kira Vertebra is an artist whose oeuvre compellingly delves into the intricate dynamics of human emotion, identity, and existential complexity. Her work transcends conventional artistic boundaries, offering a profound commentary on the interplay between reality and imagination. Kira’s artistic practice is marked by a nuanced sensitivity to the human condition as she deftly navigates themes of love, vulnerability, and the often unspoken depths of the psyche.
Her approach is notably both intuitive and reflective, merging personal narrative with broader, universal themes. Kira’s creations function not merely as visual art but as immersive experiences that challenge and engage the viewer on a deeply emotional and intellectual level. Each piece invites a confrontation with the self, prompting an exploration of one’s emotions and perceptions through the lens of her art.
Kira Vertebra’s pieces are not only aesthetic objects but also vehicles for profound introspection, fostering a dialogue between the visible and invisible, the conscious and unconscious.
CV Kira Vertebra
Education
2021 – 2024 Konstfack (University of Arts, Crafts and Design)
Bachelor’s Program in Ceramics & Glass, 180 credits
2020 – 2021 Nyckelviksskolan, Stockholm, “Ceramic Form”
Exhibitions
2024 New York, Salomon Arts Gallery, 1.09.2024-10.09.2024, group show
2024 Miami, ArtHood56, 25.06.2024 – 30.06.2024
2024 Jersey City, MOCA-Museum of contemporary art, NJ, 23.05.2024-30.06.2024
2024 Biennial of Contemporary Glass Art organized by the Charleroi Glass Museum in Belgium 23.06.2024 – 23.06.2024
2024 Rome, Italy, Nitido, duo show 11.05.2024 – 08.06.2024
2024 Stockholm, Sven-Harrys art museum, group show 4.06.2024 – 4.08.2024
2024 Stockholm, Sweden, Konstfack, group show, 15.06.2024 -24.06.2024
2023 Sweden, Olofström art hall, duo show, 11.11.2024 – 26.11.2024
2023 Sweden, Konstfack, Vita Havet, group show, December
2022 Sweden, Flemingsbergs Church, Stockholm, May
2022 Sweden, Fruängens Church, Stockholm, June – August
2021 Sweden, Karolinska University Hospital, Huddinge, October, Stockholm
2021 Sweden, Eric Ericson Hall, Stockholm, April
2021 Sweden, Stockholm Metro – Hornstull Metro Station, May
Grants
2023 Konstfack scholarship
2023 J. L. Eklunds Hantverksstiftelse
2023 Helge Ax:son Johnson Foundation
2023 Estrid Ericson Foundation
2022 Petersenska Hemmet Foundation
Publications
2024 Dagens Nyheter; text: Bo Madestrand “Konstfacks studenter ger hopp om framtiden” Publicerad 2024-05-17
2024 Neues Glas, new glass & architecture No.2/24
2024 Artventurous, art & design magazine No.38, June 2024 Art Basel Issue
2023 Sydöstran tidningen, Olofström De möts-”I en annan värld”, November 2023
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