Seeking the current display at the MOMENTA Biennale, or if it's absent.
In the heart of Montreal, the 19th edition of MOMENTA, formerly known as the Montreal Photography Month and the "Biennale of the Image", has undergone a significant transformation, evolving into a "Biennale of Contemporary Art". This year's theme, "In Praise of the Missing Image", curated by Marie-Ann Yemsi, is a testament to this transformation.
Marie-Ann Yemsi, an esteemed figure in the art world, has carefully crafted a lineup of artists for this edition, including Raphael Barontini, a Parisian artist of Guadeloupean, Breton, and Italian descent, who will exhibit at the UQAM Gallery. Raphael's installation is inspired by Aimé Césaire's piece, "La tragedie du roi Christophe", and the true story of Henri Christophe (1767-1820), the first and only Haitian king.
Raphael's exhibit is joined by Paula Valero Comín's, which continues Rosa Luxemburg's herbarium as a resistant herbarium. Paula's exhibit is inspired by a pagan altar dedicated to forgotten or overlooked women. The herbarium includes photos, a drawn herbarium, and performances, and local voices suggest integrating celebrities and anonymous people into this unique project.
Another artist featured in this year's MOMENTA is Maureen Gruben and Raven Chacon, whose inclusion in the biennale delights Marie-Ann Yemsi. The common point between the figures displayed in Paula Valero Comín's exhibit is their care for life and the living.
OK Pedersen, an Iraqi-born artist established in Montreal, creates works that take root in communities, drawing from family archives, the web, and social networks. His works are not specified in the available search results, but they are undoubtedly a part of this diverse lineup.
Niki de Saint Phalle, the creator of the Nanas, is the subject of a retrospective at the MNBAQ. Niki was a militant for multiple causes, and her art continues to inspire and challenge viewers.
Marie Larocque, a name not associated with the art world, found a place to live at the OSBL Chez Doris. While not part of MOMENTA, her story is a reminder of the support systems needed in the arts community.
Marie-Ann Yemsi's biennale emphasizes collective rewriting, drawing inspiration from the film L'image manquante (2013) by Rithy Panh. Yemsi has worked independently of the Montreal Biennale's identity, demonstrating her commitment to unique and thought-provoking art.
Sadly, we bid farewell to another influential figure in the arts, magazine editor Isabelle Vaillancourt, who has passed away. Her contributions to the arts community will be deeply missed.
As MOMENTA continues to expand and reflect a gradual opening to contemporary art, we eagerly await the unveiling of this year's exhibits. The 19th edition promises to be an exciting and innovative showcase of art, reflecting the diverse and vibrant Montreal arts scene.
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