Alisa Sokolov
Israeli-based artist known for creating thought-provoking art that celebrate diversity, protest gender oppression, and challenge societal norms.
MessageAlisa Sokolov was born in Odintsovo, Russia, on July 3, 1982. She grew up attending art school and experiencing the difficulties of post-Soviet Russia in the 1990s. Alisa Sokolov later became a cadet at the Russian Police Academy and studied law at Moscow State University. At the young age of 23, she founded a successful B2B consulting company and also pursued a career as a makeup artist for 15 years.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Alisa Sokolov has also been involved in opposition political activism in Russia from 2010 to 2015. In 2016, she emigrated to Israel, where she now holds dual citizenship. In May 2021, she faced the danger of rocket attacks in Israel.
Alisa Sokolov's art education at the Moscow Kremlin State Historical and Cultural Museum and Theater and Art College #60 Moscow, combined with her rich life experience, has influenced her artistic style and technique. Her artworks have been exhibited in the UK, Russia, Israel, and the USA.
Alisa Sokolov's recent project, "Vagina Throne," focuses on creating sculptures of vulvas made of fabric in 12 different colors. These soft sculptures represent women from all over the world and are installed on a wooden base from an antique chair throne.
The Vagina Throne brings to light discussions about women's roles in the modern world and the objectification of women and celebrates the diversity and beauty of femininity while protesting gender oppression.
The clitoris made of natural freshwater pearls emphasizes that every vagina and every woman is unique and beautiful.
Alisa Sokolov is a global nomad, presenting her art in different countries, and considers herself a citizen of Planet Earth.
The Vagina Throne was premiered at the Haifa Theater in Israel in July 2022 and later installed as an interactive Playa art installation for Burning Man in Nevada in August–September 2022.
It was exhibited in a number of art galleries in the Las Vegas Arts District in October 2022-March 2023.
The images of the Vagina Throne and related art objects were printed on billboards for Pop Art Train and shown on HD screens at the gallery in Wynwood during Art Basel Miami Beach in December 2022.
Statement
Alisa Sokolov's art is a testament to the power of provocation in contemporary art.
As an Israeli-based artist, she uses soft sculptures crafted from fabric to challenge societal norms, celebrate diversity, and protest gender oppression.
Her work boldly explores the nuances of gender identity and the intersections of culture and power.
Through her provocative and thought-provoking vulva-shaped sculptures, Sokolov captures the viewer's attention and forces them to question their own preconceptions and biases.
Each of her pieces is a unique and powerful statement, showcasing her incredible talent and her commitment to advancing social justice causes.
Sokolov's art speaks to the complexity of the human experience, shining a light on the struggles and triumphs of marginalized communities. Her works are both political and personal, drawing on her own experiences and the experiences of those around her.
In a world where art can often feel disconnected from reality, Alisa Sokolov's work stands out for its raw emotion and unflinching honesty.
(c)Alisa Sokolov
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