VHS Tapes Emerge as Artistic Mediums in Lorenzo Durantini's '2,216 VHS Tapes' at Sculptures in the Streets Festival
Published on 3.26.25
The intersection of art and technology has long been a subject of fascination for artists and curators alike. In recent years, we have seen a resurgence of interest in analog media, with VHS tapes becoming a popular medium for artistic expression.
Italian artist Lorenzo Durantini's collection "2,216 VHS Tapes" is a prime example of this trend. His use of VHS tapes as a sculptural material has been incorporated into the Sculptures in the Streets festival in Klatovy, Czech Republic, where it will be displayed alongside other works that explore the intersection of media and culture.
Artist David Kadlec has also been experimenting with VHS tapes in his own work, including the "Rocky" sculpture that will be on display at the festival. This piece showcases the versatility and creative potential of VHS tapes as an artistic material.
The inclusion of Durantini's collection and Kadlec's sculpture highlights the importance of preserving analog media and finding new uses for outdated technologies.