Join us for an illuminating exploration of the role of humour and laughter in Japanese culture through the lens of “kawaii.”
Video Category: Design
Is a City ‘Gendered’? Smart cities and gender inequalities
What can we learn from cities at the forefront of gender mainstreaming practices such as Vienna and Barcelona? And now, can the promises of a “smart” city contribute to reducing the existing inequalities and developing real gender-inclusive cities?
By a Thread. The Ambiguous Ways in which Fashion Advances Social Justice
This talk investigates jointly three series of fashion productions that resonate with three series of artworks. It draws the thin line between tribute, activism and emancipation on the one hand, and human rights washing, cultural appropriation and disrespect for victims, on the other hand.
Homeownership: the rise and fall of public housing
What are the driver and consequences of the success of an homeownership ideology? How has it increased social inequalities and segregation?
Behind the Facade: a False Narrative of Art Authenticity
This talk focuses on two particular case studies that represent a fake on the one hand and a forgery on the other, that were both sold in London a few years ago and are now in two of the leading art collections in the world and remain on display. Using a range of sources and methodologies, the true story of these deceptive objects will become clear, and they can act as cyphers for numerous other problematic items circulating in the art market today.
Skywatching: Nancy Holt’s Sun Tunnels Object
This talk will explore the different facets of this artwork to help us to rethink our modern conceptions ‘progress’ and ‘time’.
Beautiful Ruins: Turner’s Venice
This lecture looks at the work of JMW Turner and his inspiration, the poet Lord Byron. It will explain and explore what Venice meant to them, how they saw beauty in its downfall while maintaining the concept of its elegant sophistication.
Wabi Sabi: the impermanent beauty of imperfection
Wabi-sabi teaches us to accept what is not under our control, to strive for excellence rather than perfection, to appreciate failures and flaws, to live simple and slow down our pace. Join Azumi Uchitani in the conversation about Japanese ideas of wabi-sabi and what ‘beautiful’ means.
The Art of Making – the Secret Behind the Japanese Quality
Join us for a conversation about mastery of Japanese producers and the long-standing philosophy of dedication deeply embedded in the DNA of every Japanese creator.
Kintsugi: Japanese Art of Repair and Healing
Join our online workshop dedicated to the art of Kintsugi and experience the healing power of artistic restoration.
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