Embracing a balance between the old and new has led to many of the artists in this issue pushing the boundaries of contemporary art both visually and through their choice of subject matter, and through their techniques, process and mediums too.
Cover artist Iva Troj draws on Flemish painting methods to create her intricate paintings, layering thin veneers of paint between layers of varnish; a technique which she has used throughout her training and career, combining her established approach with modern motifs.
Meanwhile Kuniko Maeda is trained in traditional Japanese wood-carving techniques, and while this gives her sculptural pieces a solid base and sense of history, it is her use of cutting-edge technology that brings a freshness and sophistication to the aesthetics of her work.
Of course there will always be a place for the tradition and history in the art world, but it is exciting to ponder where the future of technology will take us.
