The World Needs More Spring II | Silvina Rodriguez

Silvina Rodriguez | Original artwork | 38cm x 25cm | Engobe and glaze on ceramic | 2024

This artwork is currently on display in our exhibition space in Amsterdam.

About the artist

Silvina Rodríguez was born on August 4, 1989 in Montevideo, Uruguay. Her artistic journey, which began in 2010, has been a continuous exploration and evolution of her creative expression. Silvina's path as an artist has been marked by an international trajectory, which has included diverse experiences and residencies that have significantly shaped her artistic development.

Between 2012 and 2016, Silvina was based in New York City, an artistic epicenter that afforded her the opportunity to immerse herself in the city’s vibrant art scene. Her time in New York likely played a pivotal role in influencing her artistic sensibilities. However, in the latter part of 2016, she made the decision to return to her native Uruguay, driven by a desire to reconnect with her roots and pursue new artistic directions.

In a transformative step, Silvina attended her first art residency in Budapest at the end of September of the same year. This experience marked a turning point in her career, as it provided her with the precious gift of uninterrupted time and space for her artistic practice. Freed from the constraints of parallel jobs, this residency allowed her to fully immerse herself in her art, which served as a catalyst for her artistic journey.

From early 2017 to 2018, Silvina divided her time between Uruguay and Brazil, where she worked for film production companies. This unique experience probably had a profound impact on her artistic practice, introducing new elements and perspectives into her work. At the same time, she actively sought opportunities to participate in artist residencies in Brazil, which further enriched her artistic exploration. Her dedication to continuous artistic growth and exploration is clearly reflected in her enthusiastic involvement in these residencies.

In April 2018, Silvina began her most recent residency in Germany, an experience that undoubtedly broadened her artistic horizons and exposed her to new influences and perspectives. She currently resides between Umbria, Italy and Amsterdam, the Netherlands, where she continues to live and work on her art. This dynamic journey across countries and continents reflects Silvina’s unwavering dedication to her artistic practice and her never-ending search for artistic development and inspiration.