Alexandra Pletnova
- Anna Lilli Garai
- Jun 25
- 1 min read
Updated: Jun 30
Alexandra Pletnova works with sculpture, drawing, video, and performance. She often uses materials like fruit, ice, flowers, or wax. These are simple, everyday things that change quickly or disappear. Some of her works melt, fall apart, are eaten, or slowly vanish on their own. She is interested in this kind of change and often works with time as part of the piece. Her actions are usually small and clear. A sculpture standing in a frozen landscape. A quiet drawing made by hand. These moments are made to be experienced rather than saved.
Many of her performances only happen once. They are not meant to be repeated or turned into lasting objects. Often, there is nothing left except a photo, a drawing, or the memory of what happened. She focuses on presence, both physical and emotional. Her works often show care, attention, and personal meaning.
Nature appears again and again in her work, especially places that matter to her. Some of her projects reflect on war, home, and loss. Others are about noticing small details and giving them space. She doesn’t separate people from materials or actions from feelings. Everything is connected through gestures, touch, and the time spent creating something. Her way of working is calm and thoughtful. Whether in a public performance or a drawing made alone, her work invites people to slow down and pay attention.
Vdala nagoda - Performance, 2023
