THE AUDIENCE IS THRILLED, Designblok 2024

The art project “THE AUDIENCE IS THRILLED” presents a nostalgic reflection and critique of childhood dreams.

As part of the upcoming Designblok 2024 exhibition, two talented artists, MgA Nonna Lorenz (@nonna.post) and MgA Daria Borshch (@idolly.art), have joined forces to create a captivating project that explores the transformation of childhood dreams and ideals in contrast to the reality of adulthood.

Why the circus?

Both artists address the theme of the circus in their works, but each in her own way.

Nonna Lorenz, in her porcelain art, focuses on the circus, which once represented a joyful place full of excitement, but has since, in her eyes, transformed into a symbol of disillusionment. Her figurines capture circus motifs that evoke nostalgia while also critiquing the modern world. For Nonna, the circus now stirs negative emotions, revealing the darker sides of what was once a magical spectacle.

In contrast, Daria Borshch finds refuge in the circus through her paintings. For her, it symbolizes dreams, magic, and an escape from the mundane. As a child, she dreamed of becoming a circus gymnast, but after leaving that path, she now returns to the circus as a place of adventure and wonder.

Her paintings portray the circus as a safe space where inspiration and peace can be found, contrasting sharply with Nonna’s more critical view.

This project combines two distinct interpretations of the circus, resulting in a profound reflection on the loss of illusions, personal dreams, and the reality of adult life.

About the Artists:

MgA Nonna Lorenz / @nonna.post
After ten years of working with porcelain, Nonna Lorenz, under the pseudonym nonna post, has realized that her unique style stems from her childhood, where she preserved her pure innocence. She works closely with her inner child, unafraid of primitive and naïve forms, visual contrasts, and sometimes critical themes infused with humor and satire. Last year, in her “Parasit” collection, nonna post opened up the theme of porcelain makers. This year, the designer and artist is preparing a new show exclusively for Designblok, which is sure to leave the audience thrilled.

Web: nonnalorenz.com

MgA Daria Borshch / @idolly.art
Daria views art as a deeply personal act. An artist must experience what they paint to infuse their work with their own energy. Every viewer, even without reading the description of her paintings, feels a unique connection to them. Her art provides a fresh perspective on the world around us. In recent times, with wars and unsettling events shaking the world, prices rising, and job searches becoming increasingly difficult, the artist finds her inner peace through art. Her paintings offer a window into alternate realities, places where one can escape from their worries and find solace.