On display now through January 19, 2025, the PinchukArtCentre in Kyiv, Ukraine presents an exhibition of the 21 shortlisted artists for the 7th edition of the Future Generation Art Prize.
Featuring new works and recent projects, the artists bring unique cultural perspectives and a diversity of artistic approaches to Kyiv to engage with today’s most pressing issues. Recurring through the exhibition is the exploration of local histories and mythologies to overcome historical trauma and the long-lasting effects of wars, as well as the process of liberation from the oppression of colonial influence. A defining aspect of this year’s nominees is their deep sensitivity to the inner ties that unite families and communities, and their exploration of collective actions for solidarity and healing from loss. In their works, the artists remain committed to examining identity, weaving together conversations with past generations and the landscapes that shape them.
“During our first conversations with the artists, we felt a strong sense of solidarity as they expressed their desire to connect their experiences to Ukraine,” shares Inga Lāce, сo-curator of the exhibition. “This connection emerged through discussions about the abstraction of war statistics, personal stories of grief, and global practices of resilience. We also encountered numerous emancipatory voices of women—stories and practices from those who have been historically oppressed or marginalized in different parts of the world but are now finding their footing. These conversations naturally led us to question how, in moments of political deadlock, hope can emerge — how movements can form, bringing bodies and energy towards hope, resistance, and ultimately, liberation.”
The show brings together works by shortlisted artists spanning five continents, championing creativity and continuing Ukraine’s important connection with the global arts community
Photographs provided by the PinchukArtCentre © 2024. Photographed by Oleksandr Piliugin.
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