Presenter: Dr Dina Jezdic
Title: A Fresh Look at the Venice Biennale: What Art Is Telling Us About the World
Abstract: Join Dina for a relaxed, behind-the-scenes look at the Venice Biennale, one of the world’s most exciting (and sometimes surprising) contemporary art events. I’ll be sharing impressions straight from my recent visit, including the buzz of the opening week, the artworks everyone is talking about, and a few unexpected moments along the way.
Together, we’ll explore what artists from around the world are responding to right now, and how their work connects to the big questions shaping our lives today. From Aotearoa New Zealand’s presentation by Fiona Pardington to standout international works, this session is all about making contemporary art feel approachable, engaging, and relevant.
Date:
This Creative Arts Workshop will run on Monday 29th June from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and include a tea / coffee break.
Venue:
We're pleased to be hosting this workshop at Covert Theatre, New Zealand's home of improvisation. As a registered charity dedicated to creativity, confidence and connection, it's a fitting venue for workshops that encourage curiosity, participation and new ways of thinking.
About the expert
Dr Dina Jezdic
Dr Dina Jezdic is an art critic, curator, and tauiwi decolonial scholar based in Aotearoa New Zealand. Her work focuses on contemporary art and how artistic practices shape knowledge, challenge power, and connect to lived experience. She has worked across independent and international contexts, including as a Tate Intensive Fellow, and is widely published across Aotearoa, Australia, and the United States.
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