The multiannual cultural programme Romanian Street Art presents a new work by Russian artist Zmogk, currently based in Greece, selected through the open call for street art. The work is hosted by Romexpo, partner of the multiannual programme, at Expoziției Boulevard. The mural is accompanied by a composition created by Cosmjn, entitled Morky Plugs.
Zmogk – “Synesthetic Flow” at ROMEXPO
Artwork description: “Synesthetic Flow”
This semi-abstract sketch explores the connection between the inner human state, the surrounding space, and the soundscape of contemporary life. At its center is a meditative face, dissolving into a stream of light, color, and rhythmic visual noise. The composition resembles a musical track — layers of color and form echo like synthesized sounds, creating an atmosphere of contemplative detachment. The vivid warm and cool tones strike a balance between reason and emotion, much like harmony between rhythm and melody. The image can be seen as a symbol of inner resonance, self-reflection, and connection to the city’s cultural pulse. Such a mural could enrich urban space by offering a visual counterpart to musical experience.
Despre Zmogk
Konstantin Danilov aka Zmogk is a painter and muralist from Moscow. Currently live and work in Athens, Greece. He was one of the pioneers of the burgeoning graffiti movement in 1990s Russia, and the experiences of working with color and shape in urban space still inform his work.
Zmogk’s art is defined by bright, vibrant colors, dynamic and rather chaotic compositions, often sometimes covertly including landscapes, his iconic robot character and human silhouettes. As a painter, I am studying the psychology of color to trace how color affects a person’s emotions, their general psycho-emotional state and, consequently, their quality of life in general and the environment around them. My paintings are suspended between figuration and abstraction, committing to neither completely. This seesaw between recognisable and formless parts of a painting creates a deeper engagement for the viewers, inviting them to reconstruct the past actions and processes that defined the current state of the wall or canvasThe artist’s style is quite universal and can be successfully applied for large-scale murals, canvases, and commercial projects.
His works has been shown and collected worldwide, including: New York, San Francisco, London, Lisbon, Paris, Copenhagen, Bangkok, Berlin, Hong Kong, Geneva and Moscow.
Despre Cosmjn
Cosmjn is a DJ and producer recognized for his deep, hypnotic, and minimalist sound that has steadily earned him a place in the international house and techno scene. His groove-driven rhythms and atmospheric textures define a style that continues to shape modern minimal music. With immersive DJ sets and impactful releases, he has become a key figure in the community. His work has been released on respected labels such as Playedby, Subtil, Rora, Naural, Eastenderz, Atipic, Sono Unica, Underground Town, Radial Records, Skip Audio, Bread and Butter Recordings, and UVAR, among others.
The cultural programme Romanian Street Art is produced by Save or Cancel (Cristina Popa, Andrei Racovițan) through feeder.ro and co-financed by AFCN.
The programme does not necessarily represent the position of The Administration of the National Cultural Fund. AFCN is not responsible for the content of the application or the way the program results can be used. These are entirely the responsibility of the beneficiary of the funding.
Partners: Lente, Romexpo, Lagom Hotel, SF Travel, Biblioteca Metropolitană București
Media partners: Amsterdam Street Art, BSBSA (Bucharest Sofia Belgrade Street Art), Empower Artists, DigitizArte, Igloo, IQads, I Support Street Art, La pas prin Brasov, Litera 9, Modernism, Munteanu, PRwave, Street Art Belgrade, Revista Atelierul, Revista Golan, The Institute, Zeppelin, Un-hidden Romania, Ziarul Pozitiv.
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