JAKOB KOLB: FROM VIBRANT MURALS TO PROVOCATIVE INSTALLATIONS AND MUSIC AS POEMS
Jakob Kolb, a young promising emerging artist also known as Musician 'On Bells,' shines in Austria's contemporary art scene.
Munchies Art Club Magazine feature delves into Kolb's multifaceted artistry, highlighting his final diploma work, 'Strange Days,' at the Academy Of Fine Arts Vienna.
Jakob Kolb From This Exhibition "Strange Days" Artwork: Detail: Vessel I | Photographer Manuel Carreon Lopez
JAKOB KOLB: FROM VIBRANT MURALS TO PROVOCATIVE INSTALLATIONS AND MUSIC AS POEMS
„The Goal Of All My Works Is To Create Emotional Spaces. I Aim To Evoke An Experience, Stimulate Feelings, And Invite Viewers On A Process Of Discovery.' Jakob Kolb About His Work And Art Practice.
He was born in 1992 in Deutschlandsberg, Styria, and now based in Vienna, Jakob Kolb represents the new wave of multifaceted artists.
Jakob Kolb | Website
His initial foray into mural art in Barcelona laid the foundation for his diverse artistic style.
His growth continued at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna (2017-2023) under Daniel Richter.
Jakob Kolb: Landscape (Detail), wood, resin, animal bones, Your Delicious Dreaming at Salon Goldschlag | Photo by Artist: Nika Kupyrova ->Frog Piece (Wall Piece, Detail), Vertical River at AK46 | Photographer: Jakob Kolb
Beyond visual arts, Kolb's identity as the musician and producer On Bells showcases his dynamic range in the creative sphere.
FUSION OF ART FORMS: JAKOB KOLB'S UNIQUE CREATIVE LANGUAGE
Kolb's artistry blurs the lines between different mediums. His work, ranging from vibrant murals to provocative installations, resonates with the poetic fluidity of music.
Above: Jakob Kolb and his Music as On Bells | For Okto TV Austria
As On Bells, he has carved a niche with his genre-defying sound, gaining acclaim on platforms like FM4 Soundpark.
Furthermore his Role As Curator Of AK46 in Vienna (2017-2021) further underscores his commitment to enriching the art community, evidenced by his impactful showcases in spaces like Kunsthaus Weiz and Parallel Vienna.
WEAVING NARRATIVES THROUGH DIVERSE MEDIUMS: A CLOSER LOOK TO HIS ART PRACTICE
Kolb's spatial installations are a narrative journey through staged objects and varied materials like organic textures, metals, and found objects.
From initial sketches to full-scale paintings, sculptures, and installations, his work evokes emotional landscapes, inviting viewers into a realm of sensory exploration and introspection.
Jakob Kolb: Untitled (Car Ornament), steel, approx. 30 cm x 26 cm x 70 cm, 2023 at Postgarage Graz | Photo: Manuel Schaffernak
His approach reflects a desire to create experiences that resonate on a level akin to poetry and music.
EXHIBITION SPOTLIGHT: 'STRANGE DAYS' AND THE ART OF MEMORY
In "Strange Days," inspired by Kathryn Bigelow's film, Kolb explores the fleeting nature of memory, accompanied by David J. Wimmer's insightful text and a vivid image documentary by Photographer Manuel Carreon Lopez.
A Flower That Grows From Cold Metal; Remains Of Earth; Floral Patterns In The Cracked Glass - The Delicate Interplay Of Seemingly Opposing Materials Gives The Sculptures A Further Level Of Complexity And Builds A Bridge To The Paintings In The Background. Quote From The Text For Strange Days By David J. Wimmer
The exhibition combines large-format paintings with sculptures that play on contrasts like organic/inorganic and color/monochrome.
Jakob Kolb: Memory Boy, 2023, Wood, Steel, Salt Dough, Flowers, 260 Cm X 60 Cm X 50 Cm | Invasive Memory, 2023, Steel, Photo Print, Glass Wax,, 8 Cm X 16 Cm X 3 Cm | -> Vessel I, 2023, steel, glas, textile, flowers, coal, 164 cm x 60 cm x 48 cm and Day, 2023, oil paint and pigments on canvas, 210 cm x 150 cm | Photographer Manuel Carreon Lopez
Notably, a salt dough sculpture becomes a central piece, representing the ephemeral yet transformative character of memory, much like the butterfly motif recurring in his work.
Jakob Kolb: 'STRANGE DAYS' Impressions of his work and Exhibition at Academy of fine arts Vienna | Photographer Manuel Carreon Lopez
ADDITONAL INFOS ABOUT JAKOB KOLB:
Jakob Kolb's diverse range of work in painting, sculpture, installation, and music represents a new wave of artists who are redefining traditional artistic limits.
Stay updated with his evolving career by following Jakob Kolb On Instagram, exploring his YouTube Channel, or delving deeper into his portfolio on the Jakob Kolb Website!
