Various & Gould "InterFace"

An interface connects two independent systems and allows them to communicate. This is exactly what InterFace, the latest screen print by Various & Gould, is about, and it also gives the exhibition its title. The work symbolises the close and profound connection between two individuals that goes beyond what is visible on the surface: two people, independent and autonomous, and yet connected in a special way through their ideas, sensors, thoughts and emotions.

Crossing Boundaries

The Berlin-based artist duo has been working together since 2005. In 2010, both graduated from the Weißensee Academy of Art Berlin (KHB) under Prof. Alex Jordan, a member of the French graphic design collective Grapus. Various & Gould cross boundaries in many fields and stand for a simple yet powerful formula: 1 + 1 = 3. Shared interests such as a love of paper, a fascination with the accidental beauty of everyday life and, above all, working in public space form the basis of their collaboration.

Screen Printing and Collage

Screen printing and collage are their passion. In a mostly playful way, they tackle socially relevant issues such as work, migration, gender, death, globalisation, religion and the financial crisis. Their works are influenced by (political) poster design, Dada and Pop Art and are characterised by strong colours and an ambiguous interweaving of symbols, associations and styles.

Opening and Book Launch

InterFace also graces the cover of their book Permanently Improvised, published last October. At the opening, Various & Gould will present the book, talk about past projects and share their thoughts on various murals. After the talk, the two artists will be available for questions and an open discussion.

"InterFace"
Various & Gould

Opening and Book Launch
Friday, 6 March 2020
Doors: 7 pm, presentation: 8 pm

Exhibition
6 – 21 March 2020

Pretty Portal
Brunnenstraße 12
40223 Düsseldorf