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Silver Paths of the Camino
Solo Exhibition
St.-Bonifatius-Straße 20, 81541 München-Obergiesing-Fasangarten, Germany
Kinga Haudek, After The Rain Earrings, 2021, Sterling Silver. Photographer Kinga Haudek
Opening event: 12.03, Wed 13:00-19:00
Event duration: 12-16.03.2025, Wed-Fri 13:00-19:00, Thu 13:00-20:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-15:00
The exhibition Silver Paths of the Camino invites the viewer on an imaginary journey through the distinctive landscapes of the final stage of the Camino de Santiago: Galicia. This region, shaped by a unique oceanic climate, is characterised by its rugged terrain, ever-wet and rough stones, and buildings overgrown with vegetation. This stage of the Camino is renowned for its difficulty, with every element of the landscape imbued with mystery.
The collection evokes these landscapes through silver designs that capture the irregular shapes of the stones, the gleaming surfaces after the rain, and the organic forms of the surrounding nature. The exhibition seeks also to convey the metaphysical essence of the pilgrimage: the paths of self-discovery and spiritual awakening that unfold in communion with the natural elements.
Each piece in the collection, with its rough textures and contrasting finishes, reflects both strength and fragility, embodying the duality of nature. They bestow upon their wearer a natural, understated elegance. The exhibition highlights how the ruggedness of the journey intersects with the delicate, transformative experience that it engenders. All of the pieces are handcrafted by the artist, who imbues each creation with a distinctive, personal touch and pretends to capture the very essence of a place and its spirituality.
Silver Paths of the Camino offers a profound immersion in the intersection of art, nature, and personal reflection. It is a testament to how artistic jewellery can encapsulate both the tangible and the intangible in a single expression.
Kinga Haudek is a Santiago de Compostela-based jewellery artist of Hungarian origin.
After graduating in Sociology in Budapest, she relocated to the cultural capital of Galicia, Spain, in search of new experiences and creative inspiration. She trained as a professional silversmith at the Mestre Mateo School of Art and Design, where she learned from local masters.
Since 2015, she has worked from her own silversmith workshop, crafting unique, handmade silver designs using ancient, traditional techniques. She holds the official certification of Galician Craftsmanship. Currently, her studio is located in the heart of Santiago, on the final stretch of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage.
Deeply inspired by her chosen homeland, her work is infused with the natural surroundings of Galicia: its abundant vegetation, the gleaming cobblestone streets, the ceaseless rain, and the stone structures overgrown with moss. Consequently, many of her pieces feature organic forms, textured surfaces and an antique finish that abstractly and intimately reflect the landscape of the Camino. Her designs invite the viewer on an imaginary pilgrimage, not only through the Galician environment but also into the depths of personal identity.
Passionate about creating one-of-a-kind textures and volumes, she is dedicated to constantly exploring new ways to make original pieces with her beloved hammers and chisels.
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