In recent years, there has been a growing trend among art enthusiasts and collectors to invest in large paintings by contemporary artists. The allure of these grand canvases goes beyond mere aesthetic appeal; it reflects a shift in how we perceive and engage with art in the modern world. Here, we explore the reasons behind the fascination with sizable contemporary artworks and why buying these pieces can be a rewarding experience.

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As part of the exhibition COCKS! Mateas Pares interviews all participating artists. Here he meets Sanna Albenius to discuss her work "Things That Look Like a Heart".

As a part of the exhibition COCKS! we meet artist Ida Silfverdal b.1997 and educated at Gerrit Rietveld Academie. Silfverdal's artistry pushes boundaries as she explores the relationship between body modification and self-expression. In this interview with Mateas Pares, Silfverdal discusses her artwork "Tejpmaskin". As a transgender woman, she navigates the complex landscape of feminism and the portrayal of the male and female body in art.

This interview is a part of the exhibition COCKS! and features artist Alberte Skronski and curator Mateas Pares discussing Skronski´s video work "Cornstar". Skronski explains her interest in fantasy and the hyper-real as well as her use of exaggeration and gender in her work. She also touches on the challenges of depicting the male body versus the female body in art and the power dynamics at play.

As a part of the exhibition COCKS! artist and curator Mateas Pares interviews all participating artists. In this interview we meet Tim Høibjerg (b. 1986), a Norwegian visual artist, living and working in between Oslo and Stockholm. Høibjerg discusses his artwork "Post-Anthropocene Portrait II," which blends human anatomy with technology and spirituality to imagine a future where biology may become superficial. The artwork challenges traditional gender roles and identities by speculating a future where body modifications are limitless, raising ethical questions that must be carefully considered. Høibjerg also explores the boundaries between monstrous and virtuous aspects of technological advancements and the role of norms in guiding our behaviour and navigating society's evolving acceptance of self-expression.

As part of the group exhibition "COCKS!", we interview all participating artists. In this interview, artist Vilma Ideberg talks about her thought-provoking artwork featuring a male doll, which challenges traditional depictions of the male body as dominant and strong. She discusses the reactions to her work and touches on the societal burden placed on women versus men. Read on to discover more about this perspective on gender representation in art.

As part of the group exhibition "COCKS!", we interview all participating artists. In this interview, the artist Mateas Pares talks about his artwork that depicts the Greek mythological character Priapus, who was cursed with ugliness, spitefulness, and a permanent erection. Pares explains that he was inspired to create this work as part of his exploration of the prevalent depiction of sexual themes in high-brow art.

The group exhibition "COCKS!" explores the cultural significance of the male phallus in art and society. As part of the exhibition, we had the opportunity to speak with all participating artists, including Johnny Olsson. In this interview, Mateas Pares asks Olsson about his artwork and the cultural implications of the male body and phallus in contemporary society. The conversation delves into the commodification and fetishization of the male phallus, the relationship between objectification and commodification, and the importance of embracing and treasuring the male body in all its forms.

The group exhibition "COCKS!" explores the cultural significance of the male phallus in art and society. As part of the exhibition, we had the opportunity to speak with all participating artists. In this interview, we spoke with Sophi Vejrich about her sculpture "Being Inside Myself,". Vejrich shares her inspiration for the artwork, her desire to claim the patriarchy, and her playful approach to the potentially controversial subject matter. We also discussed the importance of ambiguity in her art and how some straight men may not feel the need to problematize their gender or power in the same way as women and LGBTQ+ individuals. Read on to discover more about Vejrich's creative process and perspective on gender politics in art.

As part of the group exhibition "COCKS!", we interview all participating artists. Here we meet Åsa Cederqvist to discuss her work, Doughy Play II. Cederqvist discusses the charged nature of the male genitalia and its absence in art, as well as her interest in exploring the body's constant transformation. Read the full article for an in-depth discussion of Cederqvist's artwork and ideas.

As a part of the exhibition project COCKS! Mateas Pares — curator of this exhibition, artist, and founder of StudyForArtPlatform — sits down with Jenny Danielsson, art critic, writer, and curator, known for her contributions to the contemporary art scene in Sweden and her work as the co-founder of Konstkompaniet. Danielsson's critical writing and curatorial work often explore themes of identity, representation, and the role of art in society. Her podcast "The Artword" has become a popular platform for discussing the intersection of art and society. (The interview has been translated from Swedish).