The Most Disappointing Art Exhibitions in the City
Daniel Arsham’s “Venice 3024” exhibition at Chiesa di Santa Caterina in Venice blurs the boundaries between epochs with his unique art. Arsham’s castings with crystals growing in them represent the passage of time, along with faithfully recreated Star Wars characters and sculptures of classical sculptures combined with anime girls. The exhibition challenges viewers to interrogate their bearings amidst a ceaseless flux of epochs.
Federico Solmi’s “Ship of Fools” at Palazzo Donà dalle Rose features lurid video works of well-known figures like Donald Trump and Kim Kardashian as crazed marionettes. The exhibition offers a sharp satire in a Biennale of complex identity politics, competing with the Cameroon pavilion.
Paola Buratto Caovilla’s “No More Time Venezia” at Marinaressa Gardens uses thick paint on a metallic model of the Earth to showcase ecological issues. However, the work falls short in delivering a new perspective on global warming.
Manolo Valdés’ “Las Meninas a San Marco” at Piazza San Marco features 13 bronze sculptures inspired by the painting “Las Meninas” by Velázquez, eliciting mixed reactions from viewers.
Claude Lalanne’s “Pair of ‘sphinxes'” at Palazzo Rota Ivancich offers a terrifying yet covetable collection of sculptures that evoke a horror-film pet shop. The works, while intriguing, may not suit everyone’s taste.
“I’m Not Afraid of Ghosts” at Palazzo Tiepolo Passi showcases works from Tatiana Fileva’s private collection, featuring acclaimed artists like Cecily Brown and Tracey Emin. While the collection is impressive, the curation lacks a clear narrative.
Tom Herck’s “Once We Ruled the World” exhibition in Palazzo Balbi Valier garden presents a ten-metre-tall human skeleton dangling the remains of a dinosaur, metaphorically emphasizing human ego and vanity.
These exhibitions offer a diverse range of artistic expressions in Venice, providing viewers with thought-provoking and visually captivating experiences.
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Naz Baydar graduated from Middle East Technical University with a degree in Product Design. She furthered her education by completing a master’s degree in Art Direction at Elisava in Barcelona. Her work blends art direction, multimedia narratives, and design to craft innovative and transformative experiences. Naz is passionate about creating visual stories that evoke strong emotions and deliver meaningful impact. In addition to her work, she has a deep interest in philosophy and literature, which continuously inspire and enrich her creative process.