FROM NOSTALGIA TO THE FUTURE - Kongkee's solo exhibition "Kongkee: Electronic Heart Beat" at the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, is featured in Milk X Magazine.
gdm is delighted to share Kongkee's recent feature on Milk X magazine. The coverage presents the artist in conversation with Hang Yishu, curator of "Kongkee: Electronic Heart Beat" at the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, and Milk X.
The article traces the history and inspirations of Kongkee's practice, from studying Qu Yuan's poetry in middle school, to his contemporary adaption of the Warring States politician's life in his iconic animation Dragon's Delusion; the artist's technique, influenced by Japanese manga and anime, and how he resonates with Japanese audiences. The article concludes with a sharing by Hang Yishu, regarding the curatorial concept of "Kongkee: Electronic Heart Beat", and the warm reception the exhibition has received from Japanese audiences.
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Milk X Magazine | FROM NOSTALGIA TO THE FUTURE
