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At the centre of the works of Tanja Boukal (*1976) are people and their interactions in social contexts. The artist is not interested in the outward impression people usually make, but in what they are capable of when confronted with situations beyond the everyday: how do they arrive at possible solutions, what strategies do they pursue in doing so, and, not least, how much willpower must they summon in order to achieve their goals? And: does this also form part of their joy in living, do they pursue their happiness on their own, or do they seek it together with others? For Tanja Boukal everything takes its starting point in the concept of human dignity; with her works she brings into focus people who otherwise remain in the dark. Often they are women who combine traditional craft with creativity and a zest for life. Tanja Boukal wants to give people room for such activities; they should remain in the viewer’s memory by creating something meaningful. Yet those portrayed also benefit in their own self-understanding by contributing to Tanja Boukal’s art – a humanist win-win situation that in this case genuinely deserves the name.

Exhibitions:
Galerie Allerart Remise, Bludenz, 12/11 – 30/12/2021
Brno House of Arts, Brünn, 24/11/2021 – 6/3/2022