The Critical Infrastructures and Image Politics (CIIP) research group is pleased to invite you to an artist talk by Syaura Qotrunadha, an Indonesian artist whose dynamic portfolio spans diverse mediums, including photography, textiles, woodwork, interactive installations, recycled paper, video art, historical and digital archives. In the talk, Syaura will share insights into her interdisciplinary creative process, exploring how diverse media—from woodwork to video art—can powerfully address contemporary global issues while reflecting cultural narratives.

The talk is part of CIIP Speaker Series organised in collaboration with MA Fine Art and MA GMM in the Department of Art and Media Technology, Winchester School of Art, University of Southampton.

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Syaura Qotrunadha is an Indonesian artist whose dynamic portfolio spans diverse mediums, including photography, textiles, woodwork, interactive installations, recycled paper, video art, historical and digital archives. Since 2013, she has actively participated in group exhibitions, showcasing her work at notable events such as “Biennale Jogja XII” in Yogyakarta (Indonesia, 2013), “Developing World: Alt-Process” in Colorado (USA, 2014), “METAMORPHOSIS METAVERSE” in Montréal (Canada, 2022), “Ars Electronica Festival” in Linz (Austria, 2022), “Circle in the Square” in London (UK, 2023), and “Sandbox” in Glasgow (Scotland, 2023). Her recent exhibitions include “VISARALOKA” in Bali, Indonesia (2024).

Syaura's thought-provoking works delve into themes of music, history, education, and social and technological issues, merging artistic practice with cultural engagement. With an MFA in Fine Art from Goldsmiths, and background in both Mechanical Engineering and Photography, she bridges technical skill with creative exploration.

Her work has been screened at notable venues such as the New Museum in New York (2022), ACC Media Wall in Gwangju (2021), and Black Maria Cinema in Manila (2021). Syaura is a recipient of the Julius Baer Next Generation Art Prize and The 4th VH Award by Hyundai Motor Group.

https://www.syaurasyau.com/