A Family Affair

Lin Utzon, Naja Utzon Popov & Mika Utzon Popov

Emilie Boe Bierlich

17.04.25 - 03.09.25

A Family Affair is an extraordinary art exhibition celebrating the intergenerational artistic dialogue of Danish artist Lin Utzon living in Mallorca and her children, Naja Utzon Popov, Copenhagen, and Mika Utzon Popov, Sidney. Taking place at the renowned CCA Andratx art center in Mallorca, the exhibition brings together three distinct yet connected bodies of work under the themes of Eternity, Terra, and Domus Meus, showcasing the aesthetic sensitivity and intertwined narratives of a family deeply connected to art, nature, and to the island of Mallorca.

This exhibition is not just a celebration of their individual artistry but also an exploration of what binds them together across countries, materials, and generations. Despite living on different continents—Australia, Spain, Denmark, and beyond—their upbringing and shared time in Mallorca provides the foundation for their work. Mallorca’s earth, light, and materials inspire their creations, tying them to the island’s geography and spirit.

Lin Utzon presents Eternity, a body of work inspired by her contemplative connection with nature as a child. Her focus on porcelain, tiles, ceramics and works on paper emphasizes the interplay between fragility and permanence, evoking a timeless, universal essence.

Naja Utzon Popov, under the theme of Terra, draws on the rich, earthen hues and textures of Mallorca’s landscape. Her innovative work in clay and textiles embodies the grounding yet fluid essence of the island’s natural beauty, while her distinctive aesthetic sensibility, merges timeless organic forms with a bold contemporary vision.

Mika Utzon Popov, presenting Domus Meus, connects his early life on Mallorca to his current practice in Sydney. His work, spanning bronze, textiles and ceramics, speaks to the architectural, personal and poetic “home” that Mallorca remains for him, blending a deep respect for natural materials with a dynamic and innovative approach to spatial storytelling.

A Tribute to CCA Andratx

This landmark exhibition also celebrates the 50th anniversary of Patricia and Jacob Asbæk as visionary gallerists and the nearly 25-year legacy of CCA Andratx as a hub for artistic exchange and innovation. Together, they have hosted over 900 artists through the center’s residency program and supported groundbreaking exhibitions that have left an indelible mark on the art world.

A Family Affair is both a culmination of this legacy and a testament to the deep connections between place, family, and artistic practice. The majority of the works in the exhibition are either inspired by or created on Mallorca, using local materials that root the art in the island’s unique culture.

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Just 30 minutes away from beautiful Palma
Estanyera 2, 07150 Andratx, Mallorca, Spain

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