In this episode of Curator’s Cut, we sit down with the remarkable Nuki Sigora—a self-taught mixed media artist known for her poetic use of natural elements like leaves, branches, and gold. With a background in arts and philosophy, and a previous career as a gallery director and art concept developer for boutique hotels, Nuki brings a unique perspective on creativity, preservation, and materiality in contemporary art.
Born in Kibbutz Givat Brenner, Israel, and now based in Milan, Nuki shares her journey from curating exhibitions to creating powerful installations that blend fragility and permanence. Her work, inspired by nature and artists like Damien Hirst, explores themes of memory, identity, and environmental urgency. You’ll hear about her large-scale projects, her creative process walking through nature, and her symbolic use of gold—“the only thing that survives fire.”
✨ Highlights from the episode:
-Nuki’s transition from gallery director to full-time artist
-Her botanical collages and use of gold as a symbol of legacy
-The creative risks and rewards of working with delicate natural materials
-Her advice for emerging artists and thoughts on artistic bravery
-A sneak peek at her upcoming collaborative installation project in Paris
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