Flare demure: An Immersive Exhibition by Alice Slyngstad at Kunstraum Niederoesterreich

Alice Slyngstad's first solo exhibition in Austria, 'Flare demure,' uses light and sound in a darkened space to explore themes of disorientation, ambiguity, and navigating uncertainty. Visitors are prompted to rely on their own sensory apparatus to find personal forms of orientation within a carefully staged environment.

Commissioned by Kunstraum Niederoesterreich, Alice Slyngstad's 'Flare demure' transforms the gallery into a nocturnal space where the sense of direction is deliberately challenged. Luminous, oversized forms flicker like capricious wayposts, accompanied by sounds that hint at a hidden script, making visitors question who and what to trust. The exhibition delves into the experience and coping mechanisms for ambiguity, drawing parallels to the practice of 'cruising'—a balance of visibility and invisibility, self-concealment and exposure, and an invitation to pursue individual orientations. A specially developed algorithm, intertwined with light and sound, appears to steer visitors, yet the artist continuously disrupts a full sense of spatial orientation. Ultimately, 'Flare demure' encourages visitors to confront their losses of orientation and discover new ways of navigating, constructing a counterworld to everyday reality. Alice Slyngstad, based in Oslo, works with text, sound, video, installation, and performance. Her recent exhibitions include shows at Vleeshal Center for Contemporary Art, Palmera, and UKS.

Visitor information regarding ticketing or admission is not explicitly detailed for this exhibition, suggesting it may be included with general museum entry. Further details or booking information can likely be found through the official Kunstraum Niederoesterreich website or direct contact.