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fragility, and queer temporality, through artists like Murat Balcı, who approaches issues of power, body, and representation through a queer political lens. Returning to Encounters, another gallery hailing from Istanbul Galeri / Miz will be presenting works from Belmin Pilevneli, Doğukan Çiğdem, Metin Kalkızoğlu, and Tuba Önder Demircioğlu. Mexico City-based gallery Avant Dev, a first time exhibitor at the Fair, will present a dynamic display of traditional and digital materials, including emerging artist Murakiit, who combines the aesthetics of pixel art with traditional painting and textile.
Dr Pryle Behrman, curator of Encounters, said,“ This year’ s Encounters sees many artists exploring and reimagining the sociological notion of‘ radical care’. This might involve highlighting water as a symbol of nurturing that spans both Daoist theology and contemporary feminism, as evident in BAISHUI’ s installation by RONG Art Space from Shanghai. While caring for people remains of utmost importance for the artists of Encounters, the scope of‘ radical care’ is expanded to incorporate
artistic legacies, diverse and sometimes fragile materials, and the world in its entirety beyond humankind.”
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