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Dispute over artwork: Citizens defend themselves against expensive street art installation!
Boris shock: Citizens express dissatisfaction with art project in Namur, while artist discusses difficulties since 2020.
Dispute over artwork: Citizens defend themselves against expensive street art installation!
In Namur, an art project caused heated discussions among citizens. A huge work of art created by a controversial artist was intended to pay homage to the traditions of the Falisolle carnival. But the reactions of local residents are anything but positive. How Lavenir reports, many residents feel a glaring discrepancy between the work of art and their everyday concerns. Critics expressed concerns about the cost situation as expenses have increased threefold, especially after the pandemic.
The work of art had a long history. From the planned festival, which was plagued by difficulties, to the artist's fervent question about transparency in citizen participation, the tensions are clear. A 127-page documentary report intended to explain the project's intentions and inspirations was poorly received by residents and deemed inadequate. The artist himself, who worked with the company ALT MS, was disappointed by the negative feedback and found the reviews to be “absurd”.
New achievements in Namur Street Art
The second fresco, “Hide and seek” (cache-cache), was created by IOTA and can be found on Avenue Albert 1er, not far from the CHR. This work addresses the impact of domestic violence on children's well-being. The boy's haunting expression as he looks at an open door reflects emotions such as loneliness and vulnerability and is a moving reflection on childhood fears.
Art in public spaces and its values
The question of how art is perceived in public spaces is at the center of many discussions. An analysis Kubi highlights that public art projects not only serve as an expression of aesthetic values, but can also promote social dialogue. Projects like “Border Poetry” illustrate how art can be used to address social issues and raise awareness of local concerns.
In this respect, the controversial artwork in Namur could be seen as part of a larger discussion about cultural participation and the importance of art in people's everyday lives. How intertwined can art be with citizens' daily lives without conflicting with their needs? This question remains, while at the same time the city is taking new initiatives in the area of street art.