Nadia Magda Abatorab-Manikowska
About
Nadia Magda Abatorab-Manikowska, Between You & Me, 2023, immersive multimedia installation. Blurring the boundaries of perception and identity, Abatorab-Manikowska employs the genre of portraiture to expand the pictural, temporal and psychological space between artist and subject.Through a captivating interplay of visuals and interactive elements, the installation prompts introspection and invites viewers to question their own sense of self. With its dynamic use of space and materials, "Between You & Me" creates an immersive experience that challenges traditional notions of identity and invites dialogue on the intricacies of interpersonal relationships. Dimensions and materials vary, contributing to the installation's unique and engaging nature.
Statement
Nadia Magda Abatorab-Manikowska (b. 1999, Warsaw, Poland) is a multidisciplinary artist whose work revolves around the exploration of intimacy, generational trauma, and the complexities of identity. Through her thought-provoking artworks, she critically examines the embodiment of the stranger's gaze and challenges societal norms imposed by capitalist structures. Informed by historical and philosophical references, Abatorab-Manikowska's exploration of portraiture photography encompasses a feminist perspective. Her work has been featured in exhibitions such as 'WIP 2022', the 'BA Photography Degree Show 2021', and 'Beyond the Frame'. Stay tuned for her upcoming shows at Off_RCA in Arles and the RCA Graduate Show in London.
Between You & Me
Medium: Project based Installation, 2023
Size: 3Mx3Mx3M
Space Becomes Us
Medium: Project based Installation, 2023
Size: 1.5Mx1.5Mx3M
Identity of Self
Medium: UV Prints on Ceramic Tiles, 2023
Size: 20CMx30CM
if pleasure had a body
Medium: Inkjet Print, Hahnemühle Photo Rag® Baryta 315 gsm, 2023
Size: A3 (29.7CMx42CM)
And so, I will blossom
Acknowledgements
I would like to express my deepest gratitude and appreciation to the RCA Technicians who have played a vital role in bringing my work to fruition. Simon Ward, Lewin St Cyr, Roddy Cannas, Gill Dibben, Tim Olden, Phoebe Baines, Ladina Clément, Mat Fowkes, Rosamund Hanny, Andy Richardson, and Fiona MacCallum, your unwavering support, extensive knowledge, and active engagement with my practice have been invaluable.
I am immensely grateful to my tutors, Chooc Ly Tan and Hermione Wiltshire, for your dedicated guidance, thought-provoking feedback, and resolute belief in my work. Your mentorship has been instrumental in shaping my artistic journey.
To the wonderful 'Dyson Girlies,' Aastha Patel, Angela Blažanović, Bethany Sewell, Patricio Villanueva, and Priysha Rajvanshi, thank you for being not only studio mates but also pillars of support and stimulating partners in artistic conversations. Our shared experiences have been enlightening and enriching.
I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the incredible artists who have collaborated with me and contributed to the development of my ideas: Aastha Patel, Angela Blažanović, Bethany Sewell, Ekta Bagri, Gregor Petrikovič, Jihyun Kim, Tsan Wang, and Wuchao Feng. Your involvement and time have greatly inspired and enriched my final year of studies.
I would like to acknowledge the Rose Finn-Kelcey Foundation and the RCA Fund for their generous support, which has made it possible for me to pursue my studies and fulfill the visions I held as a child.
I would also like to extend my sincere gratitude to Sony Corporation for their invaluable support in lending me the TV equipment, which has added a captivating visual dimension to my work. Their support has truly enhanced the impact and depth of my installation, and I am honored to have had their involvement in my artistic journey.
Lastly, I want to express my deepest gratitude to my family for their boundless love, unwavering support, and constant well wishes. Your encouragement from home has meant the world to me.
Thank you all for being an integral part of my artistic journey and for contributing to my growth and success.
Medium: RISO Prints on Context Paper 250gsm, 2023
Size: A3 (29.7CMx42CM)