A few weeks ago we joined a group of 10 or so friends that were headed over to see Yayoi Kusama's solo exhibit at the MoCA (Museum of Contemporary Art) Shanghai. Although Nate really enjoys contemporary and modern art as a hobby, I am not usually one that keeps up with the latest exhibits. Nate had heard about this one and the line outside before the doors opened at 10:AM made me realize this was probably one not to miss.
Yayoi Kusama is a Japanese artist, who spent time in the late 50's and 60's in NYC alongside Andy Warhol and other avant-garde artists during the pop art movement. In the early 70's she went back to Japan but after experiencing psychiatric problems voluntarily admitted herself into a hospital where she continues to live and create her art today.
We had a chance to see her solo exhibit "A Dream I Dreamed" -- here are some of our favorites:
This exhibit was very interactive as well! We kept seeing people walk by with colored dot stickers on their clothing, faces, etc. When we finally got to the Obliteration Room, we understood.
Next to the Obliteration Room was Kusama's 'Manhattan Suicide Addict' video. This picture does not actually portray nearly as much as her video does. If you have a chance, YouTube it! Her art makes a lot of sense after seeing the video.
Manhattan Suicide Addict
Last but not least, my personal favorite from Kusama's many art series...
Dogs
Who wouldn't love a series of polka dot dogs?!?
~ Trisha