Top Must-See Art Pavilions in Town- A Guide for Art Lovers
Taiwan
Everyday War, Yuan Goang-Ming
Palazzo delle Prigioni
Yuan Goang-Ming’s Everyday War exhibition at Taiwan’s Venice presentation during the Venice Biennale captures the essence of our current uncertain times. The films showcased, such as Everyday Maneuver and The 561st Hour of Occupation, provide a glimpse into Taiwan’s socio-political landscape, highlighting moments of defense drills and student protests against closer ties with Mainland China.
Croatia
By the Means at Hand, Vlatka Horvat
Fàbrica 33, Calle Larga dei Boteri, Cannaregio
Vlatka Horvat’s exhibition in the Croatian pavilion at the Venice Biennale brings together international artists living in foreign lands to create and exchange small-scale artworks. The unconventional delivery method of passing these artworks hand-to-hand through informal networks emphasizes the importance of support systems for both expatriates and artists worldwide.
Estonia
Hora Lupi, Edith Karlson
The Estonian pavilion at the Venice Biennale showcases Edith Karlson’s animalistic sculptures made from clay, taking over the historic church of Santa Maria delle Penitenti. The juxtaposition of Karlson’s sculptures against the backdrop of the unfinished church creates a haunting yet captivating experience for viewers.
Holy See
With my eyes, Various Artists
The Holy See pavilion at the Giudecca Women’s Prison features works created in collaboration with inmates, offering a unique perspective on migration, art, and social justice. The artworks, including poems fired in lava rock and paintings of family photographs, shed light on the experiences of the incarcerated individuals and their creative expressions.
Panama
Traces: On the Body and on the Land, Giana De Dier, Cisco Merel, Brooke Alfaero, Isabel de Obaldía
Spazio Castello 2131
The Panama pavilion at the Venice Biennale explores the themes of migration and movement through the works of four artists. From photographs of Afro-Caribbean workers to abstract compositions made from soil taken from the Darién Gap, each artwork reflects Panama’s historical and geographical connections to migration.
Bulgaria
The Neighbours, Krasimira Butseva, Julian Chehirian, Lilia Topouzova
Sala Tiziano-Centro Culturale Don Orinoe Artigianelli, Fondamenta Delle Zattere Ai Gesuati 919
The Bulgarian pavilion at the Venice Biennale immerses visitors in a recreated Communist-era apartment, sharing the stories of survivors of political violence through interactive elements and voice recordings. The chilling yet compelling installation allows for a poignant reflection on the impact of past atrocities and the importance of bearing witness to these stories.
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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.