Photography by Tove Svedling.
Javier ‘Cha’ Blasco Martos (b. 1981, Spain) is a multidisciplinary artist and therapist whose practice moves fluidly between sound, installation, performance, and code. Working at the intersection of art and emotional inquiry, he integrates his clinical background in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) into a creative process that is at once rigorous, relational, and open-ended. He is based in Gothenburg, Sweden.
In recent years, Blasco has developed a body of site-specific installations spanning both physical and digital spaces. These works engage with sociocultural questions, cultural heritage, and the ecological crisis, while opening philosophical reflection on interpersonal and intrapersonal dynamics: how we relate to one another, and how we relate to ourselves. Whether rooted in a particular landscape, an architectural context, or a networked environment, his installations treat place as an active participant in meaning-making rather than a passive backdrop.
His sound installations and performance work have been presented internationally, including at Arter Museum in Istanbul. He has represented Swedish performance art projects in Barcelona, Querétaro, Newcastle, and beyond. In Gothenburg, he has contributed work to Röda Sten Konsthall, one of the city’s foremost venues for contemporary art. His compositional work extends into film: the original soundtrack he composed for the documentary I Beehive In My Heart is held in the collection of the Norwegian National Museum in Oslo.
Blasco’s ongoing research spans spatial acoustics, data sonification, and creative programming. His approach is fundamentally ecological: he positions himself not as an observer of nature but as part of it, and this orientation shapes both the form and the ethics of his work. Collaboration is central to his practice. He has worked with musicians including Pat Mastelotto and Adrian Benavides, and locally leads Kreativ Data, a non-profit study group operating under the art platform Skogen, dedicated to building creative and technical literacy within the Gothenburg community.
Photography by Tove Svedling.
Javier ‘Cha’ Blasco Martos (b. 1981, Spain) is a multidisciplinary artist and therapist, uniquely integrating his artistic and therapeutic practices with a specialisation in Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT). Based in Gothenburg, Sweden, Blasco’s sound installations exemplify his artistic diversity and stimulate reflection on cultural heritage and climate challenges.
Internationally, his performance art presentations have exerted significant influence, especially his participation at the Arter Museum in Istanbul, renowned for its groundbreaking contemporary exhibitions.
Blasco has also represented Swedish performance art projects globally, performing in cities such as Barcelona, Querétaro, Newcastle, and Oslo, among others. These endeavours highlight his substantial influence and global reach within the arts scene.
With a passionate interest in spatial sonic research, programming, and data sonification, Cha continues to explore and expand the boundaries of art. His work is holistic, aiming to forge a deeper connection between the artist and nature, where he views himself as part of nature rather than merely an observer.
His projects are not only artistic endeavours but also therapeutic explorations, aiming to forge profound connections between individuals, their environment, and their emotional states.
Musically, Blasco has collaborated with notable artists such as Pat Mastelotto and Adrian Benavides. Locally in Gothenburg, he leads the non-profit study group Kreativ Data. Emphasizing the importance of building a local community, he envisions this grassroots approach as a catalyst for global impact. Operating under the esteemed art platform Skogen, his relentless dedication and innovation in the arts continue to inspire and shape future artistic generations.