JARILAGER Gallery in Cologne is hosting “Instant Repeater”, a solo exhibition by Roy Aurinko, one of the most striking names on the contemporary art scene. On view until 26 April 2026, the exhibition takes the viewer on a profound intellectual journey through works in which the artist combines different materials such as oil paint, pastel, and cement.
Roy Aurinko’s Artistic Approach: Material, Texture and Instant Experience
Roy Aurinko creates a distinctive language by blending traditional painting techniques with unconventional materials. In addition to classical painting materials like oil paint and pastel, he also uses industrial materials such as cement, adding both visual and textural depth to his works. This material diversity creates a rich and layered structure on the surface of Aurinko’s pieces.
The exhibition features works such as “Ammonia VI”, “Bog”, “Coffee machine I & II”, “Ester IV”, “Freon III”, “Man with a bulldozer”, “Menthone”, “Pepsi Experiment I, II & III”, “Petrichor IV & V”, “Sulfur III & IV”, and “Wet boot”, revealing the breadth of the artist’s practice across a wide range of subjects. In these works, objects and concepts drawn from everyday life are reinterpreted through Aurinko’s abstract and expressionistic style. For example, the “Coffee machine” series elevates an ordinary object into an artistic context, allowing it to acquire new meanings.
“Instant Repeater”: The Power of Repetition and the Moment
The exhibition title “Instant Repeater” emphasises the concepts of repetition and the moment that lie at the core of Aurinko’s works. By repeating specific motifs, colours, or textures, the artist creates a sense of rhythm and continuity in the viewer. These repetitions also point to the transience of the moment and the uniqueness contained within every instant. With this approach, Aurinko invites the viewer to explore the layers of meaning beyond what is visible and to question their own momentary experiences.
Aurinko’s colour palette is generally composed of dark and earthy tones, though it is occasionally punctuated by vibrant bursts of colour. These colour contrasts add dynamism to the works and draw the viewer’s attention to specific points. The artist’s brushstrokes are used in a way that is both energetic and controlled, intensifying the emotional depth of the pieces.
Roy Aurinko’s “Instant Repeater” exhibition offers an experience that pushes the boundaries of contemporary painting and takes the viewer on an unusual visual and intellectual journey. By hosting Aurinko’s distinctive works, JARILAGER Gallery once again proves that art is not merely an aesthetic expression, but also a space that creates intellectual inquiry and emotional resonance. This exhibition is an unmissable opportunity for anyone who wants to explore the artistic fusion of material, texture, and instant experience.
