In this video essay, Anastasia, a current member of the Craft Core Group, and an architecture student at the University of Antlerne in Trondheim, introduces herself as someone who enjoys experimenting with various art forms, particularly ink drawings and ink washes, creating pieces that challenge perceptions of materials.
Anastasia expresses a keen interest in the connections that architecture fosters between people, exploring how urban design shapes interactions and the rationale behind the way cities are constructed. She reflects on the significant differences between the architecture in Norway and her hometown in Macedonia, highlighting the distinct characteristics of each.
For Anastasia, city parks are the spaces where she feels most at home, particularly Illidan Park, which allows her to experience a sense of belonging across multiple places—her hometown, Oslo, and the present moment. She emphasises the importance of living in the now and cherishing our current experiences, as she observes the vibrancy of life around her in these public spaces.
Written and filmed by Anastasia Kocheva
Edited by Vitor Atschul