According to kalnciemaiela.lv, artist Lilija Dinere will open her solo exhibition titled “Totems. Stiffness and Yet Life” at the Kalnciema Quarter Gallery on August 12, 2026, running through August 31, 2026. The exhibition showcases new works combining found natural objects, digital graphics, and analog paintings.
Exhibition Details and Natural Inspirations
The upcoming exhibition features items found in nature, including bones, feathers, antlers, and shells. According to kalnciemaiela.lv, Dinere states that natural objects are perfect on their own, noting that even the smallest piece contains a whole universe. She emphasizes respect and responsibility toward these materials derived from formerly living creatures, describing the works as soft and gentle.
To create the collection, the artist photographs natural materials from varying angles and uses digital enlargement to reveal hidden textures and rhythms. According to kalnciemaiela.lv, this process allows her to multiply objects and explore different scenarios without altering the original physical material. Visitors can view the exhibition daily except Sundays, with scheduled in-person meetings with the artist on August 12 and August 26, 2026.
Conceptual Framework and Artistic Background
The conceptual framework of the exhibition draws on the historical notion of totemism, originally studied as an early form of symbolic thinking that structures nature and society. According to kalnciemaiela.lv, Dinere interprets this concept through an individual, contemporary lens that reflects mythical thinking, similarity, and transformation. The artist outlines her narrative cycle through a journey moving from a chewed dog bone to a forest temple guardian.
Lilija Dinere works as an artist, graphic artist, and illustrator across watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media utilizing photography and digital technology. According to kalnciemaiela.lv, she has participated in over 200 group exhibitions and over 20 solo exhibitions worldwide, illustrated approximately 60 books, and designed more than 50 postage stamps for Latvijas Pasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Lilija Dinere’s exhibition open?
According to kalnciemaiela.lv, the exhibition runs from August 12 to August 31, 2026, and is open daily except Sundays.
Where is the exhibition located?
According to kalnciemaiela.lv, the showcase is hosted at the Kalnciema Quarter Gallery.
Who supports the exhibition?
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