Yue Minjun
Joy is a complex and multifaceted concept that has been the subject of philosophical inquiry for centuries. At its core, joy is an emotional state characterized by a sense of elation, pleasure, and contentment. But it is more than just a fleeting feeling. Born in the year 1962 in the bustling city ofDaqing, China, Yue Minjun’s fascination with art had been a constant in his life following him through the turbulent waters of revolutionary China. It was the human rights violations and political repressions he faced during his upbringing that truly shaped his relationship with the medium and its power to truly, and comically, convey his lived experience.
Liv Liberg
“Liv’s photography is a testimony to the existence of ‘The Innocent Eye’ and the powerful role that culture plays in shaping human creativity and tates. Best known for her photographic series ‘Sister Sister’ and her more recently published book of prints which was shortlisted for Prix du livre d’Auteur 2021. Starting at the tender age of 15 and continuing on until today, Liv has taken hundreds of photographs documenting her and her sister’s journey into adulthood.”