Martin Kačmarek's series "If We Got In" at Liste Art Fair Basel explores the complex relationship between traditional farming practices and innovative techniques. Drawing inspiration from his upbringing on a Slovakian farm, Kačmarek employs a distinctive blend of airbrush and traditional brushwork to create visually striking works. His art reflects his commitment to sustainable farming, addressing the emotional connections people have to their heritage and land. Themes of regenerative agriculture and the tension between old and new methods offers viewers insight into the evolving nature of farming in contemporary society.
Kačmarek's mastery of the airbrush gives his canvases a sharp, digital aesthetic, reminiscent of rendered images, online spaces, and video games.
Throughout the works in the presentation, Martin invites us to consider the complexities of farming today and the deep emotional ties that bind individuals to their land and heritage.
This tension is most evident in works like 'The Great Dig in the Sky', inspired by a Pink Floyd's song, representing a farmer taking a radical step for his future.
He has developed a strong interest in learning about more sustainable ways to care for the land, which he also explores in his paintings.
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