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Nalini Malani’s Feminist Visions of Justice: Distinct Exhibitions in Montreal and London

  For over 50 years, Karachi-born Indian artist Nalini Malani has been mesmerizing audiences with her feminist mythological landscapes, primarily through her animations and large-scale media installations. Malani’s work is shaped by her experiences with colonialism and the partition of India and is also influenced by her observations of female peers giving up their artistic pursuits due to societal expectations, particularly marriage. Recently, Malani was honored with the Distinguished Feminist Award at the 111th Annual College Art Association, which marks……

Larry Achiampong Explores Intersection of Christianity, Video Games, and Colonialism in New Exhibitions

  British-Ghanaian artist Larry Achiampong showcases his innovative approach to confronting colonialism, Christianity, and video games in his latest exhibitions, “And I saw a new heaven” at Copperfield and “Wayfinder” at the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. Juxtaposing Video Games and Religion In “And I saw a new heaven,” Achiampong presents a fascinating series of five collages featuring the familiar figure of Jesus, albeit with a provocative twist. The face of Jesus is overlaid with a black circle, reminiscent of……

Xiyadie’s Queer Cut Utopias: A Vivid Journey into the Artist’s Mind

  In the heart of New York City, an extraordinary exhibition, “Queer Cut Utopias,” reveals the intricate and emotive work of the Chinese artist Xiyadie. The exhibition, held at the Drawing Center, is a unique exploration of the artist’s life and psyche, his challenges, and fantasies as a gay man in a country where homosexuality is not openly accepted. Unveiling Xiyadie: The Siberian Butterfly Born into a farming village in a province of Northwest China, Xiyadie, which means “Siberian butterfly,”……

Yayoi Kusama’s Grand Return to New York

  Celebrated artist Yayoi Kusama has, once again, made her mark in New York City with her largest exhibition in years at the David Zwirner gallery. The show, which opened in May and runs until mid-July, has become a hotspot for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. The Japanese artist, whose career spans several decades, is known for her instantly recognizable work. Her unique artistic style has placed her in the ranks of globally renowned artists such as Picasso, Pollock,……

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