- Title: With Promises (A Collective Heartbreak)
- Creator: Know Hope
- Date Created: September 2017
- Location Created: Ryfylkegata 45-55, 4014 Stavanger
In the picturesque city of Stavanger, Norway, the Israeli artist Know Hope unveils an emotive masterpiece titled “With Promises (A Collective Heartbreak).” Dated September 2017, this poetic intervention becomes a poignant exploration of human emotion, weaving a narrative that transcends the physical boundaries of its location.
Know Hope’s body of work spans a diverse array of artistic forms, ranging from murals and site-specific installations to mixed media, text, and photography. With a keen eye for the intersection between the political and the emotional, Know Hope utilizes public spaces as a canvas to convey dislocated yet intimately resonant statements, arresting the everyday motion of the viewer.
“A Collective Heartbreak” at Nuart 2017
- Type: Intervention
- Medium: Paint
- Art Genre: Poetry
- Art Movement: Street Art
- Art Form: Painting
- Support: Ground
- Depicted Location: Pile of rocks
“A Collective Heartbreak” emerges as a series of pieces presented by Know Hope for Nuart 2017, scattered across the city of Stavanger. Placed in sometimes hard-to-reach locations, each piece carries a message that establishes an abstract yet oddly intimate connection with the viewer. The art form, grounded in the medium of paint, finds support on the earth itself, with a depicted location resembling a pile of rocks.
The Narrative of Shared Heartbreak
Know Hope’s methodology for “A Collective Heartbreak” involves engaging with the citizens of Stavanger, collecting shared stories of heartbreak. Each statement embedded in the artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the universality of human experience. By drawing from the emotional reservoir of the local community, Know Hope creates a narrative that allows viewers to recall their own aligned experiences, fostering a sense of shared humanity.
Poetic Messages in Hard-to-Reach Locations
The intentional placement of these pieces in hard-to-reach locations adds a layer of complexity to the viewer’s interaction with the art. It encourages a deliberate engagement, a journey to discover and connect with the profound messages embedded in the artwork. The physical effort required to reach these pieces becomes a metaphorical exploration of the emotional terrain explored by Know Hope.
Rights and Recognition
- Rights: ©Nuart Festival, ©Brian Tallman Photography
The artistic endeavor is documented and recognized through the lens of Nuart Festival and Brian Tallman Photography. This acknowledgment ensures the preservation of Know Hope’s work and its contribution to the broader discourse on street art and its ability to evoke powerful emotions and reflections.
The Resilience of Hope
In the tapestry of “With Promises (A Collective Heartbreak),” Know Hope weaves a narrative that, despite the profound losses depicted, resonates with the enduring human spirit. The emotional weight left by the intervention ultimately reminds viewers that, even in the face of heartbreak, there is a resilient thread of hope that persists.
I am a mural enthusiast and a fervent admirer of street art. Rather than creating murals myself, I am passionate about collecting them. My love for street art knows no bounds. I am dedicated to curating and cherishing these artworks that grace the streets. My collection stands as a testament to my profound appreciation for this form of artistic expression.
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