Peerna's light installation at CUT, Museum of Imagination until Aug 2012

Smoke Free Fall, a new video installation on view in Paris

Smoke Free Fall, 2 channel video installation with mirrors by Jaanika Peerna

photo by Veronika Valk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, contact Kaia Kiik , +33 671217296

LIBERTÉ / VABADUS

Group exhibition

18^th  of November – 4^th of December, 2011

Opening Reception 18th of November at 19.00 -21.00

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Le château d’Asnières

89 rue du Château, Paris

Artists:

Aili Vahtrapuu, Louis Dandrel,

Czeka, Einike Leppik, Elo Liiv, Flo Kasearu, Jaanika Peerna,

Jass Kaselaan, Jevgeni Zolotko,Kirke Kangro, Kiwa, Terje Toomistu,

Lestberg, Marko Mäetamm, Mayumi, Stefan Nikolaev,

Terje Ojaver, Veronika Valk, Villu Plink

Curator: Kaia Kiik

The objective of Vadabus/Freedom 2011 is to give to Estonian artists

the possibility to speak of their own experience of freedom in the

system of signs of contemporary art, and to do so in dialogue with

French, Bulgarian and Japanese artists.

Like science, art mirrors society and orients it towards the future.

Thus the participants to the project Vadabus/Freedom 20011 speak of

ourselves and our dreams. We dream for instance to disrupt the

unfolding of things (Jaanika Peerna), to free oneself for the next

world (Jass Kaselaan, Elo Liiv), to find one’s own space (Einike

Leppik), to flee and simply get lost (Flo Kasearu), to be able to

communicate withouth linguistic bareers (Aili Vahtrapuu), of the freedom to say “NO” (CZEKA), of what one thinks (sometimes) of the family (Marko Mäetamm) or of bioethics (Veronika Valk), but also of politics  - of the possibility to look

under the skirt of politics (Terje Ojaver), not to mention the freedom

to wear the skirt of not (Kiwa / Terje Toomistu).

Today, in 2011, this exhibition about freedom looks squarely at freedom.

Last but not least, I hope that this exhibit will make you laugh at

least once. Because laughing about things is a source of freedom.

The project is exhibited in the rococo 18th century castle of

Asnière, designed by Jacques Hardouin-Mansart de Sagonne,

Which will add another interesting layer to the exhibition.

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Jaanika Peerna’s work included in the exhibition:

Smoke Free Fall: site specific two channel video installation, 2 projectors, 2 DVD players DVD, mirrors, 2011

Smoke Free Fall is a site specific video installation using large video projections of downward moving smoke on a wall, with a reflective floor surface nearby. Free fall is something that is a familiar experience for only a few of us, and in small doses, though most of us have seen objects in free fall. Smoke in Peerna’s installation seems to be free in its downward motion until we realize that smoke does not usually move downwards of its own volition. From here on the thoughts and interpretations that follow will be different for each visitor. 

fro more info click here

Solo Exhibition @ Estonian Embassy in Washington DC

 EXHIBITION of DRAWINGS and VIDEO
  WIND and LIGHT
1 November 2011 - 15 January 2012
Estonian Embassy in Washington
2131 Massachusetts Av., NW
Washington, D.C. 20008 USA

Open only by appointment:
tel. (1 202) 588 0101 or e-mail: info@estemb.org

This exhibition, entitled "Wind and Light", features drawing and video works.  The drawings are wax pigment and graphite on mylar, ranging from intimate, 5 x 5 inch squares to larger, more ambitious expressions measuring up to four feet on a side. Regardless of scale, the group of drawings, identified by the titles: Air Dance Series and Maelstrom Series, are a response to the motions of air and wind.  An economy of line spontaneously, yet assuredly, echoes the swirling, energized forces of nature.  Peerna writes of these works that they are “mappings of air movement in nature registered by my senses. They chart quiet and tender breezes but also storms that have the power to destroy. There is beauty in the extremes as well as a hint of anxiety. The works are very immediate responses to sensory data and also reverberate on a bigger theme of changes in climate.”  Their simplicity of black on white combined with an intense energy yields a rare profundity and beauty.
In the video work, Lines of Light ( 7:03, 2010) Peerna is observing changes of light on her studio wall. Ordinary moment turned into the magical world.
Jaanika Peerna is an Estonian born artist living and working in New York since 1998. Her work encompasses drawings, videos and light installations often dealing with the theme of transitions in light, air, water and other natural phenomena. She has an MFA in intermedia design from State University of New York, and  has worked as teaching artist at DIA:Beacon, NY and the Visual Thinking Strategies project of the Soros Foundation. She has exhibited her work extensively since 2001 in entire New York metropolitan area as well as in Honolulu, Dubai, Paris, Lisbon, Tallinn, Rome and Sofia. Her 2011 exhibitions include the International Paper Art Biennial in Sofia, Bulgaria and a group exhibition Libetre at Chateau Asnieres in Paris. Her work is represented by Masters & Pelavin Gallery in New York.  (www.masterspelavin.com)

Looking at "Maelstrom Series", wax pigment on vel

The works are on loan from Masters & Pelavin Gallery in New York.  For purchase inquiries contact Todd Masters at gallery@masterspelavin.com   +1 212 925 9424.  




  

Terje Raadik, Kaare Kolbre in discussion

opening reception

opening reception, Mrs. Marina Kajurand, The Ambassador

Estonian Embassy on Washington Ave, DC

ORDINARY:young estonian drawing opens @pART gallery

Maelstrom Series, 2010-2011, wax pigment on vellum, 92x92cm/36x36"

Harilik/Ordinary: Young Estonian Drawing travels to it's third location: this time to pART gallery in Põltsamaa, Estonia. The most exotic location yet!! Click here to find out more about works exhibited.

Põltsamaa Art Gallery Part

October 2 - 31, 2011

Põltsamaa, Estonia

Artists:

Ines Erlemann, Kaie Kal, Kaij

a Kesa, Kaili Angela Konno, Eva Luure, Joonmeedia (Tanel Rannala & Siiri Taimla), Kadi Pajupuu & Marilyn Piirsalu, Pastacas(Ramo Teder), Jaanika Peerna, Lembe Ruben, Alide Zvorovski, Helen Tago, Indrek Tali & Triine-Anette Täks, Toomas Tõnissoo.

Curated by Margot Kask.

view on-line catalog of the traveling exhibition: 

Open publication - Free publishing - More harilik

Interview with IPPOLITA, the NYC fashion jewelry designer

Released on September,12 is an interview between IPPOLITA and Jaanika Peerna.
Discussed are the essence and methods in Peerna' s drawings and light installations as well as collaborations with other artists including dancers. Click here to read the interview:

http://www.ippolita.com/salon/JaanikaPeerna/

SOFIA PAPER ART FEST 2011

 Sofia Paper Art Fest
„In Harmony with Nature”
May 3 - June 30

 is a unique project, taking place in Sofia, Bulgaria during May and June of 2011. This substantial long term project, which includes many art events spread throughout the city, is the first of its kind in Bulgaria and one of few in the world. It is a city-wide celebration, which is expected to raise broad public interest and to become a beacon in both Bulgarian and European culture. The related events are slated to take place during the months of May and June of 2011

Jaanika Peerna's Orninary Sea, a three part wall installation, will be featured as part of the festival.

Kentler International Drawing Space Benefit Exhibition in NY

Saturday, May 14, 6pm
KENTLER INTERNATIONAL DRAWING SPACE 

Jaanika Peerna Small Storm, wax pencil on mylar, 2010

Over 100 Artists generously donate
original drawings & works on paper
for the Annual Benefit,

Purchase one ticket for $200
and go home with one new work of art!
TICKETS ARE LIMITED!
MEET & THANK THE ARTISTS RECEPTION:
Friday, April 15, 6 - 8pm
EXHIBITION VIEWING:
April 15 - May 13, Thurs. - Sun. 12 - 5pm
BENEFIT EVENT:
Saturday, May 14, 6pm (ticket holders only) 


353 Van Brunt Street, (RED HOOK) Brooklyn, New York 11231
Telephone: 718.875.2098 
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC : Thursday - Sunday, 12 - 5pm 

ORDINARY/HARILIK group exhibit of drawings @Kunstihoone Gallery, Tallinn

curated by Margot Kask

February 3 - March 5 2011
Kunstihoone Gallery, Tallinn, Estonia

exploring the many sides of drawing: group show of 14 artists

traveling to other locations during 2011-2012


Jaanika Peerna is showing three of her new cut mylar-drawing works as seen on the following pictures:

Jaanika Peerna Ordinary Sea, cut vellum, graphite 2010

Exhibit wiev with Toomas Tõnissoo's  drawing in wood

Jaanika Peerna Ordinary Sea, cut vellum, graphite 2010

Ordinary/Harilik poster on the gallery window

Artist for Artist Interview with Peerna and Han

Artist for Artist Interview :Chunghee Han and Jaanika Peerna -Finding YAWYOU
Recorded in New York City and Hudson Valley in August, September 2010
Conversation touches on the nature and influences of the artists work, creative process and connections to audiences.
Chunghee Han is from Korea, Jaanika Peerna Estonian native both living and working in NY now.They work in various media including installation, video and drawing. To learn more go to chungheehan.com and jaanikapeerna.net
Special Thanks to : Jin-young Park, Travis Roozee,Grace Lee, Jayoung Yoon, Nathan Perkel, Woong Gallery, Karel Zova, Oksana Titova, UmruX5, ArtDepoo Gallery, ARC Fine Art, Olga Temnikova, Jane Thornquist, David Rothenberg, Brian Widmaier, Erki-Sven Tüür, Rudolf van Dommele

click here to go to Artist for Artist site


Chunghee Han and Jaanika Peerna: Finding YAWYOU / artists in conversation from Jaanika Peerna on Vimeo.http://artistforartist.org/?p=259

Jaanika Peerna:The Edges of Light and Wind/solo exhibition

Jaanika Peerna:Edges of Wind and Light
exhibition at ARC Fine  Art

Opening reception  with dance and music performance on  Sept.18 6:30-8:30PM
(Jane Thornquist, dance and David Rothenberg along  with UmruX5, music)

@3113 Bronson Road, Fairfield, CT.
Open by  appt. only until Oct.13, contact 203 895 9595 or  arc@arcfineartllc.com

More info at  www.arcfineartllc.com

ARC Fine Art press release:
ARC Fine Art LLC is pleased to announce the upcoming exhibition, Jaanika Peerna:  Edges of Wind and Light.  On view from September 18 to October 13, 2010, Edges of Wind and Light is the gallery’s first solo show of the work of Estonian-born artist Jaanika Peerna.  The opening reception, to be held on Saturday, September 18 at 6:30 pm, will include a dance performance by Jane Thornquist, who will explore the exhibited works through her own choreography.  Musicians David Rothenberg on clarinet and UmruX5 on laptop will enhance the dance with a sonic response.

The exhibition is comprised of wax crayon drawings on mylar, ranging from intimate, 5 x 5 inch squares to larger, more ambitious expressions measuring up to four feet on a side.  Regardless of scale, the group of drawings, identified by the titles: Air Dance Series and Maelstrom Series, are a response to the motions of air and wind.   An economy of line spontaneously, yet assuredly, echoes the swirling, energized forces of nature.  Peerna writes of these works, they are “mappings of air movement in nature registered by my senses. They chart quiet and tender winds but also storms that have the power to destroy. There is beauty in the extremes as well as a hint of anxiety. The works are very immediate responses to my sensory data and also reverberate on a bigger theme of changes in climate.”  The simplicity of black on white combined with an intense energy yields a rare profundity and beauty.

 In addition to the drawings on mylar, the exhibition will include a light installation, entitled Quiet Storm.  According to Peerna, this large scale, site specific work is a “3D  mapping of the  (trans)formative power of light. Specially programmed lights are cast onto hundreds of mylar strips attached to a wall.  The slowly changing light creates a feeling of an organism forever in formation. After longer viewing we get a premonition of storm in the shadow of the very slowly forming process.”

Also included is a video, entitled Lines of Light from 2009.  About this work, the artist writes, “I noticed a reflected light from a clear plastic folder on my wall. I discovered that if I move the plastic folder (mechanically) the reflection on the wall started taking new shapes. The shifting from one shape to another was pretty mesmerizing. I slightly altered the footage digitally to reveal the movement of light more clearly.  Low tech is something that has interested me always: creating something out of nothing as in this video where found reflection of light is turned into an artwork with it's own life and beauty. Music by Marilyn Crispell and David Rothenberg from One Dark Night I Left My Silent House (ECM Records, 2010).”

 In addition to the aforementioned video and installation, a floor video installation titled, Void from 2006-2010, will be on view.  Measuring approximately two feet in diameter, this installation invites the viewer to peek into the well-like window into the void, only to find an empty space flowing away from the gaze.