Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Agostina Cerullo. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hi Agostina, thank you so much for making time for us today. Let’s jump right into a question so many in our community are looking for answers to – how to overcome creativity blocks, writer’s block, etc. We’d love to hear your thoughts or any advice you might have.
When I hit a creative block, I give myself the space to sit with the stillness. It’s an uneasy feeling—wanting to create but not being able to. It doesn’t happen too often because creating is my outlet, my way of letting things out. But when it does, it happens for long periods of time, then I know there’s something beneath the surface I need to deal with. Maybe I’m overstimulated or burnt out, or I need to process things I didn’t take the time to, so I take a step back, quiet the noise around me, and pay attention to what’s going on inside. Once I’ve had that space, I can come back to my work feeling more grounded, more authentic, and ready to reconnect with my art. Other times I just push myself to create regardless of not feeling it, because I believe that from action comes inspiration.
Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?
I am a multidisciplinary artist moving between London, New York, and Buenos Aires.
My creative process is driven by intuition and spontaneity. I’m always chasing those fleeting, raw moments. Light and shadow play a huge role in my photography, evoking a sense of nostalgia and drama. This year, I’ve been captivated by the making of hand-made accordion photo books, especially large, interactive ones that blur the boundaries between photography and immersive installations.
Much of my work delves into themes like identity, family, friendships, and the passage of time—trying to capture those moments we all want to hold onto, but with an acceptance that nothing stays the same. There’s a tension in my images, a pull between closeness and distance, between warmth and longing. It’s personal, almost like a visual diary, where I’m both the storyteller and the subject.
Right now, I’m working on several book projects. One is a photobook inspired by my return to Argentina after 11 years away, a journey of reconnection and self-discovery. I’ve also started compiling a book of poetry I’ve written over the years, which will include some of my photographs. While I’m also getting ready to publish the accordion books I’ve created this year, centered on themes of friendship, love, grief, and identity.
Recently I’ve launched a Substack where I’m sharing stories I’ve gathered over the past year, while moving abroad to another continent on my own and travelling solo in Argentina. These are inspiring the script for a future film I am working on with a friend.
Experimentation is always part of my process—whether it’s working on abstract black-and-white drawings, experimenting with sound, or video work where movement becomes another layer of expression—my creative practice is always evolving.
I am aiming to publish two of these books in the coming year.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Looking back, three qualities that have shaped my journey are resilience, patience, and embracing chaos. In the beginning, everything felt exciting, and there was this constant drive to create without overthinking. But then doubts crept in—comparisons, self-questioning—which blocked me for a while. Resilience helped me push through those moments. The more I experimented, the more I was able to express myself, the more I discovered my voice. Being an artist isn’t always easy, but bouncing back and continuing is vital. Patience has also been essential, understanding that meaningful work and growth take time. You can’t rush the process. But there’s also a contrast: learning to embrace chaos, both in my creative process and in life, has allowed me to explore freely, without the fear of failing. Some periods move faster, are more chaotic, like those manic states where I obsess over projects and all I do is think and work on them. But I’ve learnt that those feelings are also temporary, and sometimes giving in to them fully is necessary because as everything, they too will pass.
For anyone early in their journey, my advice is simple: explore, experiment, don’t be afraid to make mistakes, and don’t feel like you need to have it all figured out. Practice patience and experience progress by giving yourself time, and learn to embrace the mess in the process—because that’s often where the magic happens. Trust that everything comes together with passion and hard work and in its own time.
Looking back over the past 12 months or so, what do you think has been your biggest area of improvement or growth?
Over the past year, my biggest area of growth has come from leaving behind places, people, and insecurities that were holding me back. Learning to embrace the art of letting go, no matter how hard it feels. I faced significant changes that brought a mix of pain and newfound freedom, pushing me to confront and embrace the chaos in my life. This journey helped me reconnect with the excitement I felt for art as a kid—the drive and constant inspiration that once fueled my creativity.
Through this process, I learned that life isn’t just black and white; it’s crucial to find a balance between feeling guilty about leaving certain things behind and recognizing that prioritizing ourselves above anything else is essential for authenticity and growth. By channeling my pain into my art, I’ve created work that I’m proud of and let go of many insecurities, attracting positive connections and fostering a supportive community of creative people wherever I go. I’ve become more confident and willing to take chances. I’ve traveled solo, moved abroad completely alone for the second time, built a whole new life for myself, and I’m in the process of becoming the person I’ve always wanted to be—someone authentically expressive, unafraid to take chances and move forward, while not forgetting about the beauty that lies in constant change, the excitement of exploration and discovery, and the inspiration that life offers in all its simple and complicated ways.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.agostinacerullo.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forartsssake
- Other: https://substack.com/@agostinacerullo
Image Credits
Photos taken at the open studio’s residency at SVA in Chelsea, Manhattan
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