Fandoms, Wigs and Horse-people – Interview with artist Jennifer Merlyn Scherler
Jennifer Merlyn Scherler (*1996) is one of the prize-winning artists of the Swiss Media Art – Pax Art Awards 2022 in the category of emerging artist. Their work is on show at HEK in the accompanying exhibition, showcasing also the work of the main prize-winner, Pe Lang, and fellow emerging artist winner, Johanna Bruckner. During the set-up of the exhibition, Isabella Maund, who is part of HEK’s Education and Communication team, had the opportunity to interview Scherler about fandoms, early experiences with internet communities, wig-making and their fascination with Hozier. The exhibition is on view at HEK from the 1st of April until the 5th of May, 2023. 
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