For the fashion industry Anna Matskova offers brand advertising and general product advertising videos. Matskova makes video clips for performance artists and musicians. In an interview we would like to get to know the film artist Anna Matskova better – if you are interested in a collaboration/production – please feel free to contact us. The German translation of the interview will follow soon.

Film editor and film director Anna Matskova in an Interview

Do not be afraid to look into the darkness

«Do not be afraid to look into the darkness» is a video that was directed by Anna Matskova for Russian psychofolk artist EAVA.
Video attempts to narrate a story about the dramatic effects of existential suffering and mortality. We emerge out of darkness, we fade into darkness- life seems to exist through death and what surrounds us is an open, vast space.

«Maybe one day we’ll cross this ocean» – A metaphor for existence in general.

We chose the setting of an endless, dark, but beautiful ocean, where the audience is presented with one of two protagonists, namely, a relatable yet unidentifiable man, sailing alone on the open water.

The second protagonist dances on a pole, representing her struggle to endure life on earth. This scene depicts her weapon of choice; this is how she transforms darkness into passion. She redirects the audience’s attention to the image of a doll in a box, a representation of her life being akin to a dance inside of her own world.

Both images are analogous to one another. The person on the boat and the dancing girl are doing the same thing; trying to «cross this ocean».

According to the situation that is now happening in Russia, we can relate the song to inability of some people to look into the darkness, but on the contrary avoiding realising and facing the truth. We can cross the ocean only if we aren’t afraid of a darkness the ocean contains.

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The warm welcome extended by the hotel owner, Sir Hugo Alfaro Lemus, and the event curator, Victor Rodrigues Morfin, created a delightful experience. Bonds were forged with fellow Mexican artists and musicians, enriching the overall artistic camaraderie. Hacienda Caracha, once a sugar cane factory in the late 1800s, underwent transformation into a tourist center, showcasing 35 rooms, a restaurant, bar, water park, expansive green areas, and orchards.

Art embellishes every corner, creating an immersive experience. Caracha, meaning ‚a place where artists gather,‘ invites you to explore its unique offerings. The festival coincided with one of Mexico’s most significant art and culture events, the Day of the Dead. This vibrant celebration, spanning from October 31st to November 2nd, beautifully combines indigenous Aztec beliefs with Catholicism, symbolizing the enduring connection between the living and the deceased.

Originating from pre-Columbian Mesoamerican civilizations, especially the Aztecs, the Day of the Dead faced suppression during the Spanish conquest. However, the fusion of indigenous and Catholic beliefs gave rise to the modern celebration, featuring altars adorned with marigold flowers, candles, incense, papel picado, and photographs of departed loved ones. Symbolic calaveras (skulls) permeate the festival, with people painting their faces or wearing skeleton costumes. Sugar skulls, intricately decorated and inscribed with names, are popular treats. La Catrina, an iconic figure, symbolizes the universality of death and was popularized by artist José Guadalupe Posada.

Marigold flowers and copal incense are used to attract the souls of the deceased, while families visit cemeteries to clean and decorate graves, celebrating the lives of their loved ones. Food offerings, including pan de muerto and tamales, play a crucial role in the festivities. The Day of the Dead is not just a spiritual occasion; it’s a vibrant artistic and cultural expression. Artisans craft intricate papel picado, masks, and figurines, depicting skeletons engaged in various activities. While deeply rooted in tradition, the celebration continues to evolve, with parades, exhibitions, and theatrical performances adding contemporary flair. Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the Day of the Dead holds global significance, showcasing the enduring beauty of Mexican culture.

Toomas Altnurme

The Estonian artist Toomas Altnurme was born in 1973, he lives and works in the United Arab Emirates. He is an artist, curator, art director and Lecturer of Fine Art in UAE.

An interview with the multi-talent can be found here:  https://arttrado.de/news/interview-with-artist-curator-and-art-director-toomas-altnurme/

 

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You can find our interviews here: Interview | Arttrado.de

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