Feb 16 • 09:04 UTC 🇱🇻 Latvia LSM

About music on canvas, and why one should be inspired when called a choreographer. A conversation with artist Karinē Paronjanca

Karinē Paronjanca discusses her artistic journey and connection to the Pāvuls Jurjāns Music School in Latvia, highlighting her collaborative work in multimedia and music despite not identifying as a musician herself.

In a conversation with Ilona Jahimoviča, Latvian artist Karinē Paronjanca shares insights into her artistic endeavors, particularly her recent creation of a painting that served as a poster for the anniversary celebrations of one of Latvia's leading music schools, the Pāvuls Jurjāns Music School. Paronjanca humorously reflects on her direct ties to the school, as her children insisted on enrolling there, showcasing how personal and professional lives often intertwine in creative fields.

While Paronjanca does not consider herself a musician, she emphasizes music’s significant role in her professional work, collaborating with various musicians across classical, experimental, and avant-garde genres. She has even produced several music disks that complement her multimedia exhibitions, merging visual art with sound. This blend of disciplines illustrates the interconnectedness of different artistic expressions and highlights the growing trend of multimedia projects in contemporary art.

The artist notably shares that her paintings from the "Urban Philosophy" series adorn the cover and booklet of violinist Georgs Sarkisjan's new album. This collaboration illustrates the symbiotic relationship between visual arts and music, revealing how each enhances the other. Paronjanca's work serves not only as a means of expression but also as a crucial component in the landscape of contemporary Latvian art and culture, where multidisciplinary approaches are increasingly valued and showcased.

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