Bjorn Chircop,(b. 1997) is an artist based in Malta, whose practice centres around exploring sensitive communities within society. Their work delves into the rich history, culture, psychology, and philosophy of these communities, which include key elements of the LGBTQIA+ spectrum (covering aspects of sexuality, gender, and drag) as well as survivors of modern-day slavery. Chircop employs a multi-disciplinary approach that contrasts themes of expression and repression, freedom and restriction. This tension is explored through various mediums, including installation, painting, photography, and digital art. A recent focal point in their practice is the use of fabric—an evocative medium that symbolises both the freedom to express one’s identity and the intricate limitations required to create structure.
Education
Case Malta, Entrepreneurship Programme
2024
Arts Council Malta
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fine Art
2023
Malta College of Art, Science & Technology
Institute for the Creative Arts, Malta
Advanced Diploma in Art & Design
2019
Malta College of Art, Science & Technology
Institute for the Creative Arts, Malta
Work Experience
Heritage Malta - Senior Clerk
August, 2024 - Current
- Managing visiting clients
- Maintaining the sites
- Conduct guided tours - On historical Maltese artifacts
Museum Guide (Maltese Pavilion) - Venice Biennale, 2022
1st July - 31st August, 2022
- Informing the visitors on the installation
- Accommodating any queries either on the installation or on the Venice Biennale in general.
- Contribute to maintanance with the site officers
- Open & close the pavilion (including cleaning)
Exhibitions
ICA Festival - “Portraits”
2023
Basketball Court (mural) - AWAS, Hal Far Malta.
2023
Water = Life - Photography Competition
2022