PATHs

Open until November 3, 2024, the “PATHs” exhibition at Palazzo Pisani Revedin, curated by Peter Hopkins with co-curation by Diana Hohenthal und Bergen, offers visitors a vibrant artistic experience featuring installations, videos, photographs, paintings, and performances. Artists from around the world present works that delve into the complexities of identity in a globalized world.

"PATHs" invites reflection on personal identity as well as the social and ecological impact of our collective actions. The exhibited works emphasize diversity as a source of strength, encouraging a deep contemplation of our role in today’s interconnected society.

Among the standout artists is Haralampi G. Oroschakoff explores the themes of cultural identity, examining the links between East and West, inspired by 19th-century travel diaries. His work highlights the vibrant and tumultuous exchanges that shape civilizations, offering a broader commentary on global cultural dialogues.

Also featured is Alexandra Mas, whose multisensory installation "Tenalach" creates a profound connection between humanity and nature, urging viewers to reconnect with the environment. Brad Noble's "Triquetra Flesh," a haunting tableau in a floating void with three nude figures curled back to back in the fetal position, their vulnerability clearly visible. The figures seem to seek comfort from one another, forming a trinity of interdependence, yet remaining isolated in their existential fragility. The painting evokes a sense of disorientation and introspection, inviting the viewer to reflect on themes such as identity, protection, and the unknown.

"PATHs - Postcards to Venice" is an impressive eight-meter collective installation that unites the voices of all participating artists, embodying the spirit of dialogue and cooperation. This project was created to offer hundreds, and potentially thousands, of artists the opportunity to exhibit and transport their original works to high-quality artistic destinations worldwide, quickly and with particular attention to environmental sustainability. Although postcard exhibitions have a long tradition, this project reinvents the concept as a modern platform for connecting artists globally to new audiences and other creatives. The journey began in Mexico City at the #Hashtag Gallery, followed by Venice, and will continue in other countries.

Italian photographer Marco Tassini, a human rights expert and activist on social issues, channels his diverse passions into creating images that, despite their apparent simplicity, carry profound meanings. Annette Werndl, through her abstract expressionist paintings, reflects on the historical and cultural transformation of the island of Giudecca. Her works, characterized by bold colors and contrasts, capture the energy and complexity of the island, blending past and present in a continuous dialogue. Strongly influenced by jazz music and her travels, Werndl’s work explores themes of identity, belonging, and alienation.

Sculptor Michael Werndl presents abstract forms inspired by the perfection found in nature. His creations evoke the rhythms of nature, from vibrations and waves to the organic formations of plants and rocks. Werndl seeks to connect human creativity with the natural forces that shape life, inviting the public to reflect on the relationship between art and nature.

As part of the exhibition, “Who’s Afraid of AI” is a groundbreaking experiment in AI-generated art that features participants from over a dozen nations, inviting the public to immerse themselves in a digitally transformative space.

Returning for the 2024 edition are the Artivist Awards, which celebrate artists addressing urgent social and ecological issues. This year’s award ceremony, taking place on November 2 at Palazzo Revedin, will honor Dodi Reifenberg, renowned for his innovative approach to tackling social and environmental issues through art. Reifenberg uses fragments of plastic bags to create visually and conceptually impactful works, transforming everyday materials into powerful metaphors for our time. His art is not mere collage but a new form of expression that evokes depth and reflection, urging the audience to question identity, memory, and the environment. After traveling and living in various cities, Reifenberg now resides in Berlin, continuing to inspire and challenge norms with his revolutionary works.

The exhibition and related events offer an unmissable opportunity to explore identity, globalization, and the power of art as a catalyst for change.