Supervizuelna u studiju – SOBEKCIS
Ovom prilikom, Supervizuelna u studiju je posetila umetnički duo Sobekcis, braću blizance Ivana i Nikolu Gajića. Nova epizoda pruža uvid u njihov radni i životni prostor ispunjen alatima koje koriste, pojedinim radovima, katalozima sa prethodnih događaja, ali i drugih umetničkih ili samo inspirativnih objekata, publikacija i crteža. Ivan i Nikola su nam pričali o tome kako su izgledali njihovi počeci bavljenja street artom, kako je ta scena izgledala tada, a kako izgleda danas, kako je tekao put profesionalizacije u ovoj sferi, od umrežavanja, učešća u različitim događajima i festivalima, do ozbiljnijih poziva i porudžbina. Objašnjavali su nam njihov odnos prema prostoru ateljea, pokazivali kataloge — sa radovima koje su izvodili u Južnoafričkoj Republici, Holandiji, Meksiku, Finskoj, ali i Srbiji, skice i omiljene alate, razgovarali smo o omiljenim bojama sa kojima rade i kako ih nabavljaju, o razlikama između izvođenja murala i radova na platnu manjeg formata, kao i saradnji sa galerijama i zvaničnim institucionalnim prostorima. Ovu epizodu možete da pogledate na našem Youtube kanalu putem sledećeg linka.
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On this occasion, Supervizuelna in the Studio visited the artistic duo Sobekcis, twin brothers Ivan and Nikola Gajić. The new episode offers insight into their work and living space filled with the tools they use, some of their artworks, catalogs from previous events, as well as other artistic or simply inspirational objects, publications, and drawings. Ivan and Nikola talked to us about how they got started with street art, what the scene looked like back then compared to now, and how their path toward professionalization in this field unfolded—from networking and participating in various events and festivals to receiving more serious invitations and commissions. They spoke about their relationship with the studio space, showed us catalogs featuring works they created in South Africa, the Netherlands, Mexico, Finland, and Serbia, along with sketches and favorite tools. We also discussed their favorite colors to work with and how they source them, the differences between creating murals and smaller-format canvas works, as well as their collaborations with galleries and official institutional spaces. You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel via the following link.
Ivan i Nikola Gajić
Blizanci, rođeni u Beogradu, Srbija, 1991. godine.
Kroz svoj studijski rad, Ivan i Nikola su razvili jedinstven pristup izolovanjem i ponovnim osmišljavanjem elemenata koji se uobičajeno povezuju sa grafitima—poput gesta, oblika slova i tekstura. Njihov cilj je da pronađu nove vizuelne predstave za ove elemente, pomerajući granice urbanog i apstraktnog umetničkog izraza. Pored uticaja grafita, veliki deo njihove inspiracije potiče iz okruženja i kulturnog nasleđa Jugoslavije. Rođeni iste godine kada se Jugoslavija zvanično raspala 1991, osećaju duboku povezanost sa apstraktnim spomenicima i kulturnim izrazima tog perioda. To ih motiviše da rekreiraju sličnu energiju i bezvremenost, odajući počast svom apstraktnom nasleđu, dok te koncepte uvode na inovativne načine koji ističu jedinstveni aspekt njihove kulture. U svom zajedničkom radu kao Sobekcis, oni konstrušu slike kroz podsvesne geste i forme koje kasnije pažljivo aranžiraju kako bi stvorili kompoziciju unutar polja. Dinamika između njih kao blizanaca ključna je za njihov proces; opisuju sebe kao da postoje u stanju dualnosti, gde je jedan element u njihovim delima prirodno izbalansiran odgovarajućim pandanom—poput principa Jina i Janga. Ova dualnost stvara snažnu sinergiju, gde svaka perspektiva doprinosi jedinstvenoj viziji koja prevazilazi pojedinačne doprinose. Njihov kreativni proces pokreće trenje i razlike u mišljenjima koje se javljaju tokom rada, a koje vide kao ključni deo postizanja najboljeg mogućeg rezultata. Taj balans harmonije i kontrasta omogućava im da usavrše svoje individualne vizije i oblikuju jedinstveni umetnički identitet.
„U obilju sličnosti postoji potreba za traganjem za kontrastnim razlikama.“
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Ivan and Nikola Gajić
Twin brothers, born in Belgrade, Serbia, in 1991.
Through their studio practice, Ivan and Nikola have developed a unique approach by isolating and reimagining elements commonly associated with graffiti—such as gestures, letterforms, and textures within opaque surfaces. Their goal is to find new visual representations for these elements, pushing the boundaries of urban and abstract art. Beyond the influence of graffiti, much of their inspiration stems from their surroundings and the cultural heritage of Yugoslavia. Born the same year Yugoslavia officially dissolved in 1991, they feel a deep connection to the era’s abstract monuments and cultural expressions. This motivates them to recreate a similar energy and timelessness, honoring their abstract heritage while introducing these concepts in innovative ways that highlight a unique aspect of their culture. In their collaborative work as Sobekcis, they construct images through subconscious gestures and forms that are later meticulously arranged to create contrast within flat color fields. The dynamic between them as twin brothers is central to their process; they describe themselves as existing in a state of duality, where one element in their artwork is naturally balanced by a corresponding counterpart, much like the principles of Yin and Yang. This duality creates a powerful synergy, where each perspective contributes to a cohesive vision that surpasses individual contributions. Their creative process is driven by the friction and difference of opinion that arise throughout, which they view as a vital component in reaching the best possible outcome. This balance of harmony and contrast allows them to refine their individual visions and shape a unique artistic identity.
“In the abundance of similarity, there is a need to search for contrasting differences.”
