O.K Center for Contemporary Art
Today biennials are the most important indicators of contemporary art. Their significance is reflected in the continuously growing numbers of visitors and the media hype that meanwhile accompanies them. The event offers visitors a glimpse into the international art world and an opportunity for a condensed experience of contemporary art.
Today biennials are the most important settings and indicators of contemporary art. Their significance is reflected in the continuously growing numbers of visitors and the media hype that meanwhile accompanies them. They are simultaneously a stage for "big names" and a sought-after platform for young, ambitious artists, who are thus able to present themselves in an international spotlight.
With Biennale Cuvée the OK has created an exhibition form that does justice to this international trend. Now for the second time, the OK presents a selection of the most interesting and best works from the most important art biennials around the world: Venice, Sydney, Moscow, São Paulo, Taipei, Shanghai, Seoul, Sharjah, Gwangju and Mechelen. It offers visitors a glimpse into the international art world and an opportunity for a condensed experience of contemporary art.
Special events:
Solo presentation of the Afghan-American artist Lida Abdul in conjunction with the Crossing Europe Film Festival Linz. Premiere "Airplane" 23. April 08, 18.30 Uhr, 6:30 p.m. Moviemento
Ursuline Church Crypt - Video presentation
"Lingchi – Echoes of a Historical Photograph", Art discussion with Mag. Martin Sturm, Director OK, MMMag. Hubert Nitsch, Diocesan Conservator and Art Expert for the Diocese of Linz, Chen Chieh-jen, artist.
Photo Exhibition and Video Presentation Chen Chieh-jen
7 to 20 March 08, daily at 7:00 p.m.
14. April 08:
Small Town in Media Fever - The Mechelen Video Biennial
Lies de Clerk (Director Contour Mechelen, Belgien)
During the exhibition OK und Moviemento show selected films by participating artists followed by a short exhibition tour, every Sunday at 11 a.m.
Opening february 28, 2008
O.K Center for Contemporary Art
Dametzstrasse 30 - Linz
Hours: Mon – Thurs 4 – 10 p.m., Fri 4 p.m. – midnight, Sat 10 a.m. – midnight, Sun 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.