Kris Lemsalu

Kris Lemsalu's art has graced numerous exhibitions. Notable recent shows include "Love Stories" at Meyer Kainer in Vienna (2022), "A Snail's Tale" with Kyp Malone at High Line Art in New York (2021), "It's a Family Affair" with Kyp Malone at Hunt Kastner in Prague (2021), and "Going Going" with Kyp Malone at Den Frie in Copenhagen (2020). Her art has also been featured in exhibitions at prestigious venues such as the KW Institute for Contemporary Art in Berlin, the Estonian Pavilion at the 58th Venice Biennale (2019), and Secession in Vienna (2018).

Kris Lemsalu's Art Style

With a background in ceramics, Lemsalu frequently engages in inventive explorations of traditional techniques to craft complex and multilayered works. Her orchestrated installations seamlessly meld fragile porcelain sculptures, featuring animal and human body parts or clothing items, with foraged natural materials such as fur, leather, or wool. These installations serve as self-sufficient narratives, or as a backdrop for Lemsalu's performances, where the sculptures occasionally transform into integral components of her costumes and props.

In recent works, Kris Lemsalu has ventured into the realm of collaborative art by partnering with musicians, adding a layer to her performances. For instance, "Going, going," with Kyp Malone, was featured in the Performa 17 Biennial in New York. She also participated in a performance with Glasser during the DRAF performance night at KOKO in London.