Kaido Ole's exhibition at the Vaal Gallery showcases his personal art collection, rather than his own creations, presenting a diverse array of emotions and styles.
The exhibition by Kaido Ole at the Vaal Gallery is notable for featuring his personal art collection instead of his own artistic works, resulting in a strikingly diverse presentation that can initially appear as a chaotic mix of emotions and styles. Unlike traditional curated exhibitions, this display does not enforce a strict aesthetic or conceptual coherence, straying considerably from Ole's own artistic style. However, upon closer examination, more defined curatorial choices and recurrent themes begin to emerge, inviting viewers to engage more critically with the artworks presented.
A key feature of the exhibition is a wall dedicated to classical landscape paintings, showcasing brownish, realistic, and evocative works that are firmly rooted in their time, reminiscent of a miniature version of the Kumu permanent exhibition. Notably included in this section are two works by Ole's great-uncle, Eduard Ole, which add a personal touch and signify the starting point of Kaido Ole's own art collection, as these paintings once adorned the walls of his childhood home. This lineage provides a narrative depth to the exhibition, linking Ole's personal history with the broader context of his artistic journey.
The presence of geometric forms is pronounced in the exhibition, initiated by Hannes Starkopf's sculpture
