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Ekaterina Galera, Surface VII, 2026, Natural pigments, ground charcoal, rice paper on cradled wood panel, 30 × 40 × 3 cm / 11.8 × 15.7 × 1.2 in © The Artist
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Surface as Memory – 3 Questions for Ekaterina Galera

Memories do not always return as clear images. Sometimes they remain as a vague impression, sometimes as a strong feeling – but over time, they begin to fade. In her minimalist, material-driven paintings, France-based artist Ekaterina Galera explores the surface as a place of memory. Born and raised in Siberia...

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19 October → 12 April 2026A Matter of PerspectiveLechner MuseumMore Info
13 February → 18 April 2026Anne Truitt – WaterleafMatthew Marks Gallery NYMore Info
12 March → 18 April 2026Merrill Wagner – Marking TimeDavid Zwirner NYMore Info
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Explorations on the subtle depth of minimalist aesthetics beyond its surface.

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Abstract Sculpture

Art Criticism: A Blessing Or A Curse?

Art criticism is a centuries-old tradition that attempts to analyze, interpret, and judge the quality of an artwork. It has been used to ensure that the best art is created and displayed...
Abstract Sculpture, made with Midjourney by Aesence

Is Abstraction the Essence of Art?

The pursuit of abstraction is as old as humanity itself. From prehistoric cave drawings to ancient Greek sculptures of the Cyclades, abstraction is a timeless expression of our human need to break...
Untitled Artwork, Aesence

“Untitled” – Does A Title Make the Art?

The title of an artwork is one of the first pieces of information we encounter when we look at a work of art. From precise descriptions to philosophical or vague and meaningless...
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Does art with intention sell better?

Today I would like to invite you to think together about the way we perceive art: Does our appreciation or personal feeling for a work of art change when we know the...

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Antonia Ferrer, Cuerdas, Oil on primed canvas, 163x130x5cm © The Artist, Image Courtesy Alzueta Gallery


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Founded by Sarah Dorweiler, Aesence is an independent editorial publication dedicated to minimalist art and design.