Verlag: Nykytaiteen museo Kiasma, 120, 2015
ISBN 10: 9527067154 ISBN 13: 9789527067154
Anbieter: Moraine Books, Ruovesi, Finnland
Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Text in English and Finnish. 47&77 pp. This book presents two collection exhibitions. Face to Face showcases the many forms of contemporary portraiture. The extensive range of media used in contemporary art and changes in our conceptions of subject are reflected in the variety of the works. How has portraiture been affected by photography, the moving image or conceptual art? The focus in Elements is on the world around us. The title refers to the attempts of ancient Greek philosophers to understand reality. The artworks query our relationship with the world, nature and experiences that transcend our perception.