The visit in United States Of America was another great experiment from many points of view. Now I saw the land where all the movies from my childhood where made and the first step outside the JFK Airport in New York was a interesting experience. Thanks to Stefan Raduta, the promoter working under the name of Singe Valah, “Where Purgatory Ends” exhibition happened also in this epic center where all civilizations seems to be attracted to. The event was very well prepared, as Stefan prepared some very interesting installations for exposing the artworks in a very cool way and having on the stage in the middle of exhibition, great artists like Kevin Hufnagel (Dysrhythmia, Gorguts), Nathanaël Larochette (Musk Ox), Daniel Menche, Mick Barr (Krallice). Before the exhibition was open, the legendary Tony Iommi visited the location for having a quick signing session for his book “Iron Man”. Surrounded by the artworks of “Where Purgatory Ends”, he met a group of selected fans, in a very special atmosphere.
If regarding Finland I can say things straight, regarding the New York moments I really need more time to process, as the level of information was quite heavy and I really consider that place something totally different than what I saw before. I want to thank these great artists that shared the stage in the middle of my exhibition, turning the atmosphere of “Where Purgatory Ends” into different dimensions and ways of perception. The huge thanks goes to Stefan Raduta, for making this thing possible and to an angel that I met there under the name Emily.
I wish I could say more…but I think the pictures are working better.
Finally I have the time and energy to add few lines on my website regarding this special moment that happened in Helsinki, thanx to the organizers of Mega Therion Festival.
The atmosphere in Finland was amazing, I really enjoyed how the people are resonating there with art in general and I was really amazed by their way of visiting a gallery. First of all, the gallery in Kaapelitehdas, Tallberginkatu was an unusual one, a completely alternative space, which was very well prepared by the promoters to be the right place of the ‘where Purgatory Ends” ritual to happen. On the other hand, the visitors were the ones that I like most: silent and focused to what is on the walls, not on the socialization. I will like to say again a huge thank you to CRISTI, MAT, MARJA, KALLE, MIIKKA, SAARA, MINNA, VEERA and ALL THE souls gathered around CLUB MEGA THERION, which it seems to be more like a new artistic movement than a …club. Visit their events as they have very fine tastes regarding art, music and visual in general. In the end I would like to add some pictures from this event:
You’re invited to join us on Thursday, November 3rd at Saint Vitus in Brooklyn for what we believe will be two very special, distinct and parallel events.
All details about this unique event can be found here: http://singevalah.blogspot.com/
Starting at 6 PM and opening the evening we welcome Romanian Visual Artist Costin Chioreanu’s amazing exhibition Where Purgatory Ends – a premiere for North America.
Also you’ll be able to see same rare sets from great artists like Mick Barr, Daniel Menche , Kevin Hufnagel and Musk Ox.
Here is the official video presenting “…Of Stardust” special evening, dedicated to underground art and music.
This is the most important concert for me, as Venom was one of my musical’s greatest influences…it will be a hell out of day and I’m really proud to present you the official poster of the event, also designed by me. SEE YA THERE MAIAAAAKKKSSSSSSSS!!!!!! Don’t forget about these 3 killer opening acts – this time you should come to check also the opening acts – simply because this time there are really good bands ! 
I’m proud to present you the official video spot for the MEGA THERION Festival – where the Finnish premiere of “Where Purgatory Ends” exhibition will be held.
See ya there!
Hails maniaks!!!
This exclusive tshirt design will be for sale, as it’s written also on it, just during the LIVE EVIL Festival!!!!! Get your ticket and have the chance to see same very cool bands and buy this extra limited item! Of course, hand made art!!!
http://www.liveevilfestival.com/
You can check out below the surreal input I used for the new Luna Amara’s album, entitled “Pietre In Alb”. Enjoy!
You can buy the digital version of the album here:
http://www.triplu.ro/download-mp3/Luna-Amara—Pietre-in-alb/46970
You’re invited to join us on Thursday, November 3rd at Saint Vitus in Brooklyn for what we believe will be two very special, distinct and parallel events.
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1st installment – Where Purgatory Ends – Art Exhibition.
http://singevalah.blogspot.com/
Starting at 6 PM and opening the evening we welcome Romanian Visual Artist Costin Chioreanu’s amazing exhibition Where Purgatory Ends – a premiere for North America.
This fantastic exhibition debuted in the wonderful medieval fortress of Alba Iulia where it left the crowd awestruck. And now it’s here for you to see it, feel it and hear it. It’s more than just an exhibition – it’s a three-part experience.
The gallery itself will host thirteen large images printed on black canvas, all representing various important moments in the young Artist’s career. Some of these beautiful works are dreams waiting to materialize while others are pure, idealized utopias. However most are just memories that just really needed to be set free.
At the core of the exhibition lies The Seeker – a personal visualization of the Soul’s asexuality, a half-male half-female entity, sentient energy questing for self-discovery through universes and life cycles. Where Purgatory Ends is a unique experience.
Aside from the visual feast, a communion will take place where the guest will be invited to eat cookies in the shape of birds – a common theme in all of the works presented. The viewer is then united with the world portrayed on the walls and their own body.
Third and last, to accompany the artwork and align the senses, a soundtrack fills the space. The music is written and recorded by Costin himself and Rune Eriksen (of the mighty Aura Noir, Ava Inferi, ex-Mayhem) together with Andrei Ionut (bass) and Tudor Diaconescu – violin. The soundtrack is 22 minutes long and is a dark avant-garde synthesis of diverse genres including Dark Ambient, Doom Metal and Black Metal.
More details here.
http://singevalah.blogspot.com/
Today I want to present you a special art made for a very special band, coming from Finland, and called Dark Buddha Rising. They are playing some dark down-tempo music, which I personally love.
You can check ‘em out here: http://www.varjotila.org/dbr/
And here is the art that is already printed on a limited edition of tshirts.
I’m proud to announce the brand id of the Romanian Thrash Metal Club. More details soon!!!
