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Watch the video from the seminar, 5th december at Vasa Konsthall. Paneldebate, speaches etc.
http://bambuser.com/channel/florenceacademy
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INTRODUCTION (from the catalogue)
“Immortal Works" represents a milestone in the new millennium. For the first time, two of the
most committed and reputable classical/realist environments in Europe are able to unite their
strengths, in an exhibition that should ripple the waters of the art world for many years to come.
So why is this exhibition is so important? - Even though there are still a few communities who re-
main dedicated to the classical/realist tradition, they have all been scattered and isolated for a long
time. The idea behind “Immortal Works" is to encourage cooperation between figurative painters
and sculptors worldwide. This exhibition will also make the critics, media and public aware of an
undeniable fact:
To us, the humanistic tradition is still extremely important. Technical skills and narrative content
are qualities we strive for, and we have spent many years acquiring these abilities. We will forever
continue our pursuit to restore the respect and understanding of what we do, and what we love.
There are plenty of us, from many different origins, and we all offer an alternative to the elements
that dominate the art world of our time. Bit by bit, we are patiently rebuilding a tradition that was
all but lost. Our dedication is immense and our determination unbreakable.
Now we have found each other as communities, and from this moment onward, our only direc-
tion is ascent.
ABOUT THE EXHIBITION
The Florence Academy of Art and The Nerdrum School have never worked together in a direct
way. Student and teacher exchanges have occurred occasionally, although that has been of a
more coincidental nature, based on individual choices. Both communities share many of their
values and philosophies. Consequently, a serious figurative painter or sculptor would naturally
be drawn to both.
Being part of both environments, I always knew that we could create something extraordinary
if we were to do something together. The challenge however, was to find a person with enough
courage to realize a classical/realist exhibition of this magnitude. It seemed impossible for a long
time. That was until we met Håkan Lindblom at Vasa Konsthall. It took him about two seconds
to say yes, when we first presented him with the idea of creating the event you are about to see.
His positive spirit and constructive attitude has made this exhibition possible.
For purchasing a catalogues, posters etc, contact Vasa Konsthall
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