Using books as a canvas, artist Ekaterina Panikanova set out to create jigsaw puzzles of childhood memories in 'Errata Corrige.' Panikanova painted over volumes of books with black in order to create realistic and darkly surreal paintings.
What makes this installation interesting is its extremely dynamic and erratic nature. In some paintings, each book is allowed to flow freely with the pages allowed to flutter. The addition of unbound pages adds an amazing dimension to Errata Corrige that accentuates the beautiful illustrations.
The chaotic and unpredictable nature of Pnikanova's installation was created to explore themes of mental illness. According to the artist, she wanted to "investigate and highlight the element of mental disorder that I've carried with me all my life."
Literary Childhood Paintings
The 'Errata Corrige' Collection Consumes Books with Paintings
Trend Themes
1. Painted Books - The trend of using books as a canvas for paintings opens up opportunities for artists to showcase their creativity in a unique way.
2. Surreal Art - The trend of creating darkly surreal paintings on books provides a platform for artists to explore and highlight various themes and emotions.
3. Unbound Pages - The trend of incorporating unbound pages in book paintings enhances the visual impact and provides a rich and multi-layered experience.
Industry Implications
1. Art - The art industry can benefit from exploring the trend of using books as a canvas and incorporating unbound pages to create unique and innovative works.
2. Publishing - The publishing industry can benefit from collaborating with artists to create limited edition book paintings that showcase the beauty and value of books.
3. Mental Health - The mental health industry can benefit from using art as a tool to increase awareness and understanding of mental disorders through exhibitions like Errata Corrige.