Andrea da Silva is a 31-year-old artist from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She began her journey in the art world in 2009, started art teaching studies in 2010, and by 2012 was showcasing her work in cultural centers and selling merchandise featuring her designs. In 2022, she expanded into the NFT market while continuing to explore both digital and physical art forms.
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Tell us a little about yourself, who are you?
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My name is Andrea da Silva (some call me Cloud), I am 31 years old. I am from Buenos Aires, Argentina, and I am a visual arts/yoga teacher.
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Your creative journey began in 2009. How did your first encounter with art happen? Can you please tell us about how you got started in art?
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I have been drawing since I was little. I have two older siblings who are also related to drawing—my brother is a tattoo artist and my sister is a graphic designer. My artistic journey began with them, and in 2009 I started looking for a more personal aesthetic to express myself.
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Is it correct to say that your work is essentially digital collages? Do you have any favorite artists who work in a similar style? Perhaps someone who inspires you?
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I don't know, it could be. I really like Kasimir Malevich.
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Your work is sold on several marketplaces. How do works from Objkt differ from those on FND or other marketplaces?
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I could say that Objkt was always more horizontal and accessible to enter this world. But nowadays FND is too, because of its rates. Things are constantly changing.
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I think I see Asian cultural inspiration in your work. Is that true, or is it more about images of modern pop culture?
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If possible, I love it. But above, I mentioned Malevich, who is of Polish origin. There is a lot of content and good things to be inspired by.
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Do you engage with other artists from Argentina? Do you know Pipi Universel?
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Obviously! I know Pipi. I'm good friends with @xu0.xo, @m.suksu, @kimjihyun720, @no_tan__mariana, and I can go on haha.
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Your work is often used in design, textiles, and fashion. Could you tell me more about that?
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I made several clothes, dresses, T-shirts, and sweatshirts. But I'm not currently making them.
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In your opinion, what is the difference between art and design?
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What couldn't be art today? It's hard for me to think of them separately. Perhaps design has a more marketable and utilitarian purpose than art. Art is commercialized, but design often involves mass-produced products, making it less exclusive than a work of art.
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Do you think NFTs are more about art or design?
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Maybe I can't give a universal answer. I don't know how others feel about this. But for me, they go hand in hand.