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Mythological Creatures Reinterpreted by Aleksi Ivanov in Bucharest

BSBSA invites Bulgarian artist Aleksi Ivanov to reimagine mythological creatures in Bucharest

As part of the BSBSA (Belgrade Sofia Bucharest Street Art) project, multidisciplinary artist Aleksi Ivanov, originally from Varna and based in Sofia, is coming to Bucharest to create an impressive mural and host a street art workshop, followed by an artist talk. This is a unique opportunity to explore the vision and techniques of an artist known for revitalising public spaces through his interventions.

Don’t miss the chance to witness the transformation of urban space in Bucharest through Aleksi Ivanov’s unique vision and learn from an artist with vast experience in public interventions.

Street art workshop and artist talk 

In addition to creating the mural in Bucharest, Aleksi will lead a workshop for street art enthusiasts, sharing his creative techniques and approaches. The workshop will be followed by an artist talk, offering participants the opportunity to interact directly with the artist and gain deeper insights into his artistic process and motivations.

Aleksi Ivanov – Tales / artistic intervention 

Aleksi Ivanov’s work, Tales, is a contemporary interpretation of local mythology based on friendly creatures from Romanian, Serbian, and Bulgarian folklore, stories, and legends. The mural will be available to experience starting October 18 in the public space offered by project partners, located at Mihai Bravu Boulevard, no. 75/83, Block C17, Bucharest.

Schedule

Street Art Workshop with Aleksi Ivanov
October 13, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Lente Lupu, Bucharest

Aleksi Ivanov – Tales / Artistic Intervention
October 18
Mihai Bravu Boulevard, no. 75/83, Block C17, Bucharest

Artist Talk with Aleksi Ivanov
October 19, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Lente Lupu, Bucharest

Register for one or more events below. The events are free, but space is limited.

About Aleksi Ivanov 

Aleksi Ivanov, born in 1988, began his artistic career in 2003 with graffiti but quickly turned his focus to contemporary muralism and urban interventions. His work is centred on the positive transformation of public spaces, often choosing abandoned or neglected locations to revitalise through art. His early style, initially naive and colourful with cartoon-like characters and illustrative elements, evolved through collaborations with artists from various fields.

With a degree in Social Sciences, Aleksi’s primary purpose is to create a positive social impact. Recently, he has been exploring digital art as a new medium of expression, adding a fresh dimension to his work that is sure to capture the public’s curiosity.

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The Small Scale Cooperation Creative Europe project 101131802 – BSBSA is co-funded by the Creative Europe programme of the European Union, under the Call for proposals CREA-CULT-2023-COOP.

The project consortium partners are Udruzenje Gradjana Kruna from the Republic of Serbia, Mnogo Deinosti Enterprice from Bulgaria, and project coordinator is Save or Cancel production SRL from Romania.

Partners: Biblioteca Metropolitană BucureștiLenteRomexpo

Media partners: Amsterdam Street ArtEmpower ArtistsdigitizArte.rofeeder.roIglooIQadsI Support Street ArtLa pas prin BrașovLitera 9Modernism.roMunteanu RecomandăPRwaveSAMA (Street Art Museum Amsterdam), Street Art BelgradeRevista AtelierulRevista GolanThe InstituteZeppelinUn-hidden RomaniaZiarul Pozitiv

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Previous workshops

2024 BSBSA Jana Danilović (Republic of Serbia) in Bucharest

Jana Danilović (Republic of Serbia) hosts a street art workshop in Bucharest

Workshop details:

  • Host: Jana Danilović
  • Location: Lente, 78 Dionisie Lupu street, Bucharest
  • Date & Time: June 16, 2024, 18:00-22:00
  • Cost: free
  • Minimum age: 14+

Note: Attendance at the workshop requires prior registration due to limited availability.

Artistul Ortaku susține un atelier de stencil ca eveniment inaugural al proiectului BSBSA

Street artist Ortaku leads stencil workshop as the inaugural event of BSBSA project

The BSBSA (Belgrade Sofia Bucharest Street Art) Project kicks off with an enthralling stencil workshop led by the esteemed street artist Ortaku. This event marks the first in a series of transformative artistic endeavours under the BSBSA project, aimed at reshaping public spaces through creativity and community engagement.

Workshop details:

  • Host: Ortaku, an expert in the realm of street art renowned for his captivating stencil work
  • Location: Lente, 78 Dionisie Lupu street, Bucharest
  • Date & Time: January 27, 2024, 14:00-18:00
  • Cost: free
  • Minimum age: 16+

This hands-on workshop invites participants of all artistic backgrounds to delve into the fascinating world of stencil artistry. Ortaku, celebrated for his evocative street art pieces adorning various urban landscapes, will guide attendees through the intricacies of stencil creation, offering insights into technique, concept development, and the power of artistic expression in transforming public spaces.

This event supports the BSBSA project’s mission to humanise public spaces in Bulgaria, Romania, and Serbia through art. The stencil workshop by Ortaku promises to be an engaging, interactive experience, allowing participants to learn how to contribute to the fabric of their city in an artistic and meaningful way. Attendees can expect to immerse themselves in an atmosphere brimming with inspiration, creativity, and a shared passion for redefining public spaces.

The workshop takes place in the urban living-room and art gallery Lente, it lasts 4 hours and it can accommodate 10-15 participants, aiming to foster individual expressions, facilitate dialogue and the production of a stencil sprayed on A2 size paper. Ortaku will tell you about street art and graffiti in general, with a focus on stencils. You learn to cut and to experiment with over-layered shapes and colours. All the materials needed are included (markers, A2 and A3 papers, spray cans, cutter, gloves and mask).

Join us for a day of artistic exploration and community celebration.

Note: Attendance at the workshop requires prior registration due to limited availability.

About the BSBSA Project 

The BSBSA (Belgrade Sofia Bucharest Street Art) project is a collaborative endeavour uniting artists and communities across Bulgaria, Serbia, and Romania to reimagine and rejuvenate public spaces through diverse artistic interventions, workshops, and exhibitions. Learn more here: https://bsbsa.org/about

Photography © Save or Cancel / Petre Ghiocel, George-Andrei Ilie