Danute Līva

I’m an artistic researcher whose practice engages with space and materials through research, fieldwork, writing, and making. I’m intrigued by spaces that have been affected by external factors – such as borders or large engineering projects - and how they influence communities, culture and environment. These factors are investigated through fieldwork: spending time with locals, visiting industrial sites or refugees’ graveyards, forming a base for an essay or physical outcome. With my work, I attempt to counter dominant narratives and work with marginalised voices.

I work as an editor in a spatial-criticism platform Failed Architecture, and have been part of the artistic research network Baltic Lines, which explores the Rail Baltica megaproject. I have participated in several group exhibitions, residencies and held one solo exhibition.

Since 2024, I collaborate with spatial designer Darya Akhrameika on Piedruja-Druja.
I am currently based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.