about

My name is Maja Krušec, a visual artist known as Ludovich. I grew up in the natural surroundings of Batuje, a small village in Slovenia, where my early experiences with nature sparked my fascination with the interplay of words and images. I studied Graphic Arts and Design at the Department of Textiles in the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering in Ljubljana, graduating with honors in 2017 under the guidance of Prof. Dušan Kirbiš. My thesis, titled “Visual Poetry,” combined all my passions and set the foundation for my lifelong dedication to this art form. Influences from visual poetry, Cubism, Dadaism, and the OHO movement in Slovenia have collectively shaped my unique expression.

In my work, I explore the depths of language and imagery, creating a dialogue between the seen and the unseen, the spoken and the unspoken. My art delves into the misinterpretations of language and the silence of facts, using a combination of images, shapes, and sounds to evoke a profound sensory experience. I paint with words, composing syllables and letters to reprint images and add color to silent screams. Through melodic textures, I deconstruct metaphors and exchange ideologies, inviting viewers to rest with the dragonflies on my shoulder and absorb the knowledge from the echoes of the subconscious.

Recurring themes in my work include the exploration of felt emotions, the absorption of knowledge, and the analysis of moments. Each piece I create is a story directed by the subconscious, written down to be remembered. My art is inspired by life’s rhythms and the fleeting moments that pass us by, aiming to provide a spare breath for inspiration and reflection.

My creative process involves collecting fragments and meticulously piecing them together to forge new meanings. This playful search for profundity in the mundane is a testament to my belief that even the most ordinary elements can hold extraordinary significance. Each creation invites the viewer to participate in this joyous quest for new perspectives, capturing the elusive light of nature’s cosmic essence amidst the swirling distractions of life.

I primarily work with collage techniques, creating handmade and unique pieces that are sometimes digitally enhanced. My works are not only artistic expressions but also practical products used in podcasts, events, and exhibitions. I organise independent exhibitions and collaborate with artists from various fields, especially those from the electronic music scene. My focus is on synthesising practical products with the theory of visual poetry, intertwining words with images and forms with content.

One of my significant projects is the music podcast series “Experimental Story,” designed as a platform for integrating visual, musical, and literary arts. This project showcases stories through words, sounds, and pictures. I provide the visual and literary elements, while local and international musicians, producers, and DJs contribute the musical aspect. The project emphasizes the visual dimension of musical expression, presenting it in diverse forms. Our goal is to curate a collection of varied and high-quality music, enriching the creative landscape and connecting different art forms for both experts and enthusiasts.

Through my art, I aim to evoke thoughtful reactions and emotions, inviting viewers to explore the enigmatic realms I create. I believe in the importance of understanding our place in the world and the journey we undertake, woven with emotion and sound. My work carries the imprint of important walks and conversations, where the sun and moon cast their light, infusing each piece with life’s eternal rhythms.

I urge you to “take your brains with you, dare to care, and never stop playing,” acknowledging the influence of those who have illuminated my path. Join me on this journey of exploration and discovery, where fragments find unity and darkness reveals its profound beauty. My art is an invitation to enter a world where visual poetry and collage create a landscape of artistic expression, resonating with unspoken words and the music of hearts.

Solo Exhibitions

o 29. 3. 2024, Knjižnica pod krošnjami akacij na Pumpnci, Župančičevo sprehajališče, Novo Mesto; Whispers of Binary Dreams

o 1. 6. 2023, ŽMAUC – Od Žmauca sosed pa ud brata prjatu, Rimska cesta 21, Ljubljana; Koncept svobode – svoboda koncepta

o 16. 9. 2022, Big Nose Ent. (Shop), Kolodvorska ulica 9, 1000 Ljubljana; Ludovich 2sidesStory w/Lottie & Simm., Razstava vizualne poezije z naslovom ‘2sidesStory’, Glasbena spremljava: Lottie & Simm.

o 1. 4. 2016, Hostel Tresor, Ljubljana; Ludovich Transform; Glasbena spremljava: Simm., Dipsas, Marin, Moare, Limc

o 12. 2. 2016, Hostel Tresor, Ljubljana; Meet Ludovich w/ Dipsas & Simm.

o 5. 12. 2014, Skatepark Rog, Tovarna Rog, Ljubljana; Cca 22, Glasbena spremljava: Nik Noriz, Mathias

Collaborative Events

o 27. 5. 2023, Publika Bar Klub, Vilharjeva cesta 11, Ljubljana; Synthetic Dialog: Space Echoes: Dub Techno pack w/Zergon, Octex & Simm. / Vizualni projekt “Barvni eho zvoka” – Ludovich

o 15. 3. 2023, ŽMAUC – Od Žmauca sosed pa ud brata prjatu, Rimska cesta 21, Ljubljana; Space Echoes w/Ludovich – razstava, Glasbena spremljava: Simm.

o 8. 6. 2022, ZORICA / LOK4CIJA, Kersnikova 4, Ljubljana; Wearcrap: CRAP POP UP SHOP o 7. 7. 2019, Klub K4, Kersnikova 4., Ljubljana; 3 years of Just us w/ Truly Madly

o 7. 2. 2019, Klub K4, Kersnikova 4., Ljubljana; Just us x Spaced

o 8. 6. 2018, Klub K4, Kersnikova 4., Ljubljana; 2 years of Just us w/ Slow Life

o 3. 5. 2018, Hostel Tresor, Čopova ulica 38, Ljubljana; Beg v Ocean, Razstava fotografij in kolažev. Anita Acman in Ludovich, Glasbena spremljava: Bossu b2b Žvanut

o 6. 4. 2018, Klub K4, Kersnikova ulica 4, Ljubljana; Just us w/ Gwenan & Isherwood

o 19. 1. 2018, Klub K4, Kersnikova ulica 4, Ljubljana; Just us w/ KRN

o 6. 10. 2017, Klub K4, Kersnikova ulica 4, Ljubljana; Just us w/ Nicolas Lutz

o 13. 5. 2017, Trnovska plaža, Ljubljana; Synthetic series: Ludovich w/ Quest, Mayell, Moare, Bossu; SYNTHETIC DIALOG pres. LUDOVICH!

o 3. 2. 2017, Klub K4, Kersnikova ulica 4, Ljubljana; K4x4: Just Us w/ Avos (Low Money Music Love) & Terje Bakke (Shadow Hide You) o 5. 12. 2016, Prulček, Prijateljeva ulica 2, Ljubljana; Ludovich exhibition – Dafak – with Just us

o 11. 11. 2016, Klub K4, Kersnikova ulica 4, Ljubljana; K4x4 pres. Just us meets Slow Life: Laurine

o 27. 5. 2016, Klub K4, Kersnikova ulica 4, Ljubljana; Just us: Limc, Marin, Dipsas, Moare, Ludovich, Simm.

o 6. 5. 2016, Cvetličarna, Ljubljana; Dance4life w B2B all night #ZaAnjo – Maayan Nidam (Perlon, Cadenza /Berlin, DE)

o 22. 4. 2016, M Klub, Ljubljana; Kanja Records invites: Hansel! + Vid Vai, Mint, Dipsas b2b Simm., Marin, Dejvid, Ludovich

o 31. 12. 2015, Goodlife, Ljubljanski grad, Ljubljana; NYE Paradise 2016 – A joint venture between Innocent Music – Underground Future – Colours In Music – Etia Creations – IntoSomeThinG. At Goodlife Ludovich

o 18. 12. 2015, Koncertna dvorana Rog, Tovarna Rog, Ljubljana; TIMELESS – Nami (Neo Concepto, Purple Inc.), Ikuto (Purple Inc.), Joseph Williams (Infuse), Ludovich

o 12. 12. 2015, Secret Location near Koper (Norbedo); Deepground Music – Matt Time (Innocent Music, Kanja Records, Plastic Town, Kootz Music), Ludovich

o 13. 11. 2015, Propaganda, Ljubljana; Underground Future – Nima Gorji (IBZ) Welt Recordings – NG Trax – Next AM – Ludovich

o 18. 9. 2015, Moment bar, Ljubljana – Open Air; Innocent Music – 18. 09. 2015 – Season Opening with Giorgia Angiuli (Crosstown Rebels, Italy), Ludovich

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