3 Immigration Exhibitions
For some reason (SARCASM SIREN) artists everywhere are thinking about immigration these days.
These three exhibitions tell human stories in very different ways.
These three exhibitions tell human stories in very different ways.
Nalini Malani: Transgressions
Amsterdam, The NetherlandsFading images of Indian culture are projected onto the body of a white man.
Malani was a refugee during the separation of India and Pakistan. She uses mythology, documentary footage and animated maps to make giant installations.
The chilling results make you think about how war affects identity and cultures.
18 March - 18 June 2017
The Restless Earth
Milan, Italy*Donald Trump puts fingers in ears and whistles*
At La Triennale di Milano, work from 60 different artists is shown at this powerful exhibition. Migrant stories are told through video, photos and people’s real objects - all with the aim of opening up conversation about immigration.
28 April - 20 August 2017
The Istanbul Biennial
Istanbul, TurkeyCan’t say it with words? Say it with a fibreglass elephant and 75 concrete hands.
Freedom of speech is a little shaky in Turkey, but strong opinions are everywhere at this public art exhibition. The installations (curated by Elmgreen & Dragset, the pair behind the rocking horse on the fourth plinth) can be seen for free all over the city.
16 September -12 November 2017
