Đorđević show coming up in June

Jasenko Đorđević , born June 16, 1983, in Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a distinguished artist specializing in creating miniature sculptures on the tips of graphite pencils. Known under the pseudonym TOLDart, Đorđević is a self-taught artist whose work showcases extraordinary precision and detail, transforming an everyday object into unique artistic creations.

His work reflects life philosophy, demonstrating strength and flexibility through the delicate process of carving. Đorđević’s artistic approach has been recognized and awarded internationally, including prestigious awards such as the Grand Prix and Sculpture Award at the international exhibition ‘Biennale of Miniature Art BiH.’^[1] in 2013. Early in 2019, he also received the prestigious Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grant.

Đorđević’s work has been recognized and exhibited in several countries including France, England, China, the United States, and Belgium. His sculptures are part of the permanent collection at the Cumberland Pencil Museum in the United Kingdom, demonstrating his global presence and recognition in the art world.

Jasenko Đorđević’s artistic journey with pencil sculptures began with a challenge and has since evolved into a profound medium for storytelling on a miniature scale. His sculptures are not mere carvings but narratives set in graphite. Working primarily on standard pencils with diameters ranging from 2 to 5mm and graphite hardness between HB and 2H, Đorđević wields surgical scalpels to shape his microcosms. His themes are diverse, encapsulating philosophical musings, historical moments, and snapshots of life.

His works have garnered significant attention online, as well as in group and solo exhibitions, captivating audiences with their intricacy and depth. Particularly, the piece “Mother and Child: Newborn” has drawn considerable acclaim, standing out for its emotional depth and the delicate finesse required to portray such a tender human connection on a minuscule scale. This sculpture invites viewers to lean in, both physically and metaphorically, to grasp the nuance of the maternal bond it represents.