Exclusive Interview with AEC Interesni Kazki: Artistic Evolution, Inspirations, Challenges, and Creative Process

Recently, the UFDA team had the privilege of visiting Aleksei Bordusov, also known as AEC Interesni Kazki, at his Tenerife studio. During this visit, we photographed and digitized 13 of his remarkable pieces. The team also recorded an exclusive interview with the artist, where Aleksei shared insights into his artistic journey, education, sources of inspiration, quest for ideal mediums, and passion for art.

Aleksei Bordusov recounted his early experiences in graffiti culture, which at times involved illegal work. He spoke about the origins of the graffiti collective Ingenious Kids, whose goal was to go beyond traditional graffiti lettering. Collaborating with Waone, Bordusov drew inspiration from Brazilian graffiti, known for its figurative style, complex narratives, and vibrant characters.

When traveling with Waone to other countries to create murals, they explored local histories, heroes, and folklore to ensure that their street art intersected with local themes and culture.

As the artist explained, the work seen on the streets is just the tip of the iceberg. The larger, hidden portion lies underwater—it’s the work done in the studio, where he creates sketches and prepares for his outdoor projects.

Initially, the artist worked with acrylic paints and watercolors on canvas. Later, he transitioned to oil paints and has recently started experimenting with sculptural forms.

As Aleksei shared, he always begins by creating sketches on paper with a pencil or liner. This preparatory stage is a critical part of his workflow. Before beginning work on canvas or a wall, he spends significant time sketching—capturing ideas and concepts on paper.

"I enjoy working with oil paints as well as ink on paper," the artist said.

In the interview, AEC revealed that he has embarked on a new chapter in his artistic journey: creating sculptures. For him, this is an essential and exciting step.

"I enjoy the fact that the focus is on the approach and the form, rather than on color," the artist noted. 

Sculpture has changed the way he approaches drawing on paper and canvas, reshaping his perception of form. He also discovered that the process behind creating sculptures is full of challenges, offering fresh opportunities for growth and experimentation.

To learn more about AEC’s artistic journey, academic background, sources of inspiration, and his thoughts on why routine is essential for artists, watch the full interview below. The video is also available on YouTube. Bonus: at the end of the video, you’ll hear valuable advice from the artist!

To explore AEC’s works in ultra-high resolution, visit his profile on the UFDA website.