ST!LL BLOOM!NG: Artist Conversations | Episode #3 — Según Aiyesan

What happens to the spirit when the walls close in, and how do we find the light within the gaps?

In this third episode of Artist Conversations, curated alongside the exhibition ST!LL BLOOM!NG: Emerging in Radiance, Rooted in Resilience, I am joined by self-taught artist Según Aiyesan. We explore the intersections of surrealism, community, and the persistent power of growth in narrow spaces.

Originally trained as an engineer, Según brings a unique, analytical lens to his stylized surrealist art, using visual metaphors to resolve internal conflicts and expose the "underbelly of reality". His work transcends mere aesthetics, serving as a catalyst for poignant conversations about sociocultural nuances and the human search fo ...