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Discover the Forms of the Shadow Group Exhibition at Secession Exploring Contemporary Art Themes

Curated by Sunjung Kim, this group exhibition explores global challenges and societal impacts through diverse artistic perspectives.

The Secession presents 'Forms of the Shadow', a significant group exhibition curated by Sunjung Kim. It delves into the 'shadows' of our contemporary world, exploring themes of the global pandemic, climate crisis, and geopolitical tensions. Visitors are prompted to reflect on interconnected societies, multifaceted challenges, and the enduring search for hope through varied media.

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Exhibition summary

Forms of the Shadow is a large group exhibition curated by Sunjung Kim, exploring themes of shadows brought to light by global challenges such as the pandemic, climate crisis, and geopolitical tensions. The exhibition invites reflection on interconnected societies and the complexities of turbulent times.

Curatorial context

The Secession presents Forms of the Shadow, a significant group exhibition curated by Sunjung Kim, artistic director of the Art Sonje Center in Seoul. The exhibition delves into the 'shadows' of our contemporary world, illuminated by the global pandemic, climate crisis, and geopolitical tensions. It prompts visitors to reflect on interconnected societies and the multifaceted challenges of our turbulent times. The works are organized into three thematic groups, with the first exploring geopolitical tensions, particularly along the Korean DMZ, through various artistic expressions. Subsequent sections extend beyond the Korean peninsula, examining themes of nature reclaiming human-affected areas, the contrast between human-made structures and the resilience of life, and the complex relationship between humanity and the natural world. The exhibition features a wide range of media, including installations, sculptures, paintings, textile works, and performances, offering a sensory journey through the complexities of human existence and the enduring search for hope.

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Venue
Secession
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Sep 20, 2024 – Nov 17, 2024
Artist line / attribution
Featuring works by Nilbar Güreş; Ramin Haerizadeh, Rokni Haerizadeh and Hesam Rahmanian; Kyungah Ham; Young In Hong; ikkibawiKrrr; Jane Jin Kaisen; Joon Kim; Lee Bul; Lee Kit; Mikael Levin; Minouk Lim; Moon Kyungwon & Jeon Joonho; Adrián Villar Rojas; Ramiro Wong; Haegue Yang; Tomoko Yoneda; Jin-me Yoon; Min Yoon.
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