Biennale del Venezia:
Denmark Pavillion
I feel that when a piece of art stops you in your tracks and evokes an intense emotional response that is so personal, yet the piece is universal enough to touch many people, that is successful art. The Denmark Pavilion evoked that response for me. A number of artists worked together to create an experience, a place, that reflected the darker underbelly of domestic life and the struggles that happen within relationships and the home.
One piece in the entry of the space had a mirror with flowers laying in front of it and a scrawled note written on the mirror reading "I'll never see you again." Another room had a heavy axe tied to the door on a rope so the door would slam closed behind you. I felt this exhibition represented powerful ideas executed in a recognizable and effective way.
Another aspect of this particular pavilion that worked so well was the lack of distinction between the pieces. There were no placards to distinguish the artist, title, date; there was nothing to distract from the work, and therefor from the entire experience of the space that was obviously the main goal for this group of artists. Good job Denmark!
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