In an era where digital art dominates, Asya Kozina transports us back to the grandeur of the Baroque period with nothing but paper and scissors. Her intricate paper wigs are not just a nod to the past but a statement of timeless beauty reimagined through modern craftsmanship. Each curl and coil is meticulously shaped by hand, resulting in elaborate sculptures that echo the opulence of the 17th century. These wigs, however, are not meant to be worn but admired; they are a celebration of art for art’s sake, where the medium of paper brings a contemporary lightness to the historic heaviness of Baroque aesthetics.
Kozina’s work is a dialogue between history and contemporary art, challenging our perceptions of material and form. The artist’s choice of paper, a seemingly mundane and fragile material, elevates the complexity of her designs, showcasing the versatility and enduring allure of this medium. Her creations are a testament to the enduring human desire to create and appreciate beauty, transcending the boundaries of time and medium. As we marvel at the delicate paper forms, we are reminded of the enduring legacy of Baroque artistry and its influence on contemporary creative expression.
Historical wigs always fascinated me, especially the Baroque era. This is art for art’s sake aesthetics for aesthetics, no practical sense. But they are beautiful. I made a series of wigs. Paper helps to highlight in this case the main form and not be obsessed with unnecessary details.
Asya Kozina
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.Seeking to capture the essence of Rococo and Baroque styles, imagining how these garments and accessories would be produced with contemporary cultural and technological elements, St Petersburg-based Ukrainian artist Asya Kozina recreates them in stunning series, illustrating the exuberant beauty of this fusion. Everything is done with paper clippings. Exotic flowers, planes, buildings, and other anachronistic objects adorn her pieces.){kind=link}