Constructing Berlin

This exhibit is terrific - thanks for the tour, Nicole!

Organized by Phoenix Art Museum, Constructing New Berlin is the first major survey of contemporary art made in post-Wall Berlin, which is increasingly being recognized as a global nexus for contemporary art. Artists have flocked to the new capital of re-unified Germany, lured by generous grant programs, abundant and inexpensive studio spaces, and an expansive gallery scene. The city itself – its history, resurgence and rebuilding – also has provided inspiration and subject matter for these artists. This survey includes 16 Berlin-based artists of various nationalities working in painting, sculpture, photography, film, installation, video-installation, sound, and performance art. The majority of works are from the 21st century, including a number of new pieces made specifically for this project.

Includes Thomas Demand, one of my favs...also traditional painters from East Berlin who never got the message that there was nothing left to paint...looks like abstract Anime!

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