About
Lana Schneider, is a versatile artist whose practice extends across theater, performance, scenography, and visual arts.
In her visual art, Lana Schneider creates drawings, sculptures, and conceptual artworks that delve into the exploration of authenticity and objectivity. Her work involves an encyclopedic approach, employing quasi-scientific precision to translate a growing archive of found documents into intricate drawings. Schneider's art is a direct response to her environment, drawing inspiration from everyday experiences and framing instances that might otherwise go unnoticed in their original context.
Schneider's multi-layered approach aims to involve the viewer, occasionally in a physical manner, as she addresses a broad spectrum of subjects. Schneider's artistic journey is marked by a commitment to engaging with diverse media and offering a unique perspective on the world.
Beyond her individual practice, Lana Schneider is an integral part of the art collective PlayField, comprising herself, Tim De Paepe and Marthe Schneider. PlayField blurs the lines between the audience and the performance. Through a fusion of art, technology, and science, the collective explores societal themes, creating immersive experiences. PlayField strives to be an open space in the art field, where artistic expression remains unconditioned, embracing the evolving reality of increased digital interactions.
PlayField's commitment extends to creating new connections and revealing existing ones, not only among people but also with the world around us. The collective actively positions itself and the audience to view the world from a fresh, uncharted perspective, tackling the impact of digitalization, exploring possibilities brought by new technologies, and addressing ethical questions.
Since 2016, PlayField has been an active contributor to the art scene, developing performances, installations, and visual art that challenge traditional boundaries and engage with contemporary issues.
