Top Pavilion Picks at the Giardini: A Must-See Guide
The Israel pavilion at the Venice Biennale remains closed until a ceasefire is reached, but other pavilions opened as planned. Here are some highlights:
– German Pavilion: “Thresholds” by Yael Bartana and Ersan Mondtag offers a spectacle with a central installation that engages all senses.
– Egypt Pavilion: Wael Shawky’s film “Drama 1882” brings to life a pivotal moment in Egypt’s history, exploring themes of revisionist history and colonial legacy.
– Poland Pavilion: Open Group’s “Repeat After Me” showcases ordinary Ukrainians mimicking sounds of war, reflecting a fearful new future for Europeans.
– Australia Pavilion: Archie Moore’s “Kith and Kin” presents a genealogical chart tracing Indigenous Australian ancestry, addressing deep trauma and celebrating connectivity.
– Netherlands Pavilion: CATPC, Renzo Martens, and Hicham Khalidi highlight the impact of art by raising funds to buy back land in the Congo and reclaim colonial statues.
– Japan Pavilion: Yuko Mohri’s “Compose” presents a subtle yet political installation with decomposing fruit and contraptions, exploring human creativity and problem solving.
Other notable mentions include John Akomfrah’s show in the British pavilion, Serban Savu in the Romanian pavilion, Jeffrey Gibson in the US pavilion, and Aleksandar Denić in the Serbian pavilion.
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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.