| Italian artist Cris Devil is set to be the protagonist of an international digital summer thanks to Artcrush, which has for several years been displaying digital art in urban landscapes, first in Brussels, then rapidly broadening its reach elsewhere. In cooperation with forward-looking outdoor advertising companies, in this case Clear Channel, Artcrush has formed partnerships that have redefined public spaces. Making use of outdoor digital billboards, Artcrush has transformed these spaces into lively showcases for digital artists, supporting their work in giving public expression to their ideas. And it is Cris Devil, whose phygital creativity is one of the most interesting developments on the scene today, who has been selected enthusiastically by the Artcrush Europe team of curators, at the suggestion of one of its members, Sandie Zanini. |
“I’m delighted that my colleagues from Artcrush Europe’s team of curators have accepted my proposal to dedicate August to Cris Devil. I believe that Cris is perfect for this international project, as he has the ability to catch the viewer’s attention with his ironic approach, midway between pop and surreal, while conveying powerful educational messages. I think this type of artwork is a winning means of communication for this project which aims to bring digital art into the everyday life of the community”. Sandie Zanini
Three works by Cris Devil will be on display for the Artcrush project this August:
- In BELGIUM, with over 1.000 screens throughout the country
- in AUSTRALIA, with over 700 screens in Melbourne.
On the eve of the event, Cris Devil says:
| “I feel the urge and the duty to involve the general public in my art. My irreverence and sense of humour are reflected in my works, which explore complex themes in some provocative ways. The works I’ve prepared for people in movement in Belgium and the Australian metropolis represent my artistic vision and my commitment to contribute to a change in sensitivities worldwide, particularly around the need to adopt more sustainable behaviour. I’ll be satisfied if people’s appreciation of these works leads them to reflect on these themes, and if I manage to persuade others to act and make a difference before it’s too late”. |
