The New Museum in New York City is currently showcasing the thought-provoking and visually stunning exhibition, "Living Room," by artist AK Burns. The exhibition, which opened in February 2020, explores themes of identity, gender, and capitalism in a unique and immersive way. Through a variety of mediums including video, sculpture, and performance, Burns challenges traditional notions of the "living room" and invites viewers to question their own understanding of the space.1. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the New Museum
As part of the Whitney Biennial 2019, the Whitney Museum of American Art presented "Living Room," an installation by AK Burns that continued her exploration of the living room as a space for social and cultural exchange. The piece, which includes a video installation and sculptural elements, challenges the viewer to consider the societal constructs and power dynamics that exist within the seemingly mundane setting of a living room.2. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the Whitney Museum
The Museum of Modern Art in New York City featured "Living Room" as part of their ongoing exhibition, "Artist's Choice: Amy Sillman - The Shape of Shape." This iteration of Burns' work includes a large-scale video installation that explores themes of queerness, feminism, and the role of technology in shaping our identities. Through her use of vibrant colors and distorted images, Burns creates a visually striking and thought-provoking experience for viewers.3. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the Museum of Modern Art
As part of their "Off the Record" series, the Guggenheim Museum in New York City commissioned AK Burns to create a site-specific installation of "Living Room." The exhibition, which opened in early 2020, features a multi-channel video installation that delves into the complexities of societal norms and expectations. Through her use of overlapping images and sound, Burns challenges viewers to question their own assumptions and beliefs.4. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the Guggenheim Museum
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City featured "Living Room" as part of their "Contemporary Art" exhibition in 2019. The piece, which includes a series of photographs and a video installation, explores themes of domesticity, gender, and capitalism. Through her use of diverse mediums and thought-provoking imagery, Burns invites viewers to consider the various ways in which the living room can be interpreted and experienced.5. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Brooklyn Museum presented "Living Room" as part of their "Women's History Month" exhibition in 2019. Burns' work, which includes a series of photographs and a video installation, challenges traditional notions of femininity and the role of women in domestic spaces. Through her use of bold and powerful imagery, Burns encourages viewers to question societal expectations and the ways in which they shape our understanding of gender roles.6. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the Brooklyn Museum
The Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles featured "Living Room" as part of their 2019 exhibition, "The Feminist Art Project." Through a series of photographs and a video installation, Burns explores the intersection of gender, capitalism, and technology. Her work challenges viewers to consider the ways in which our identities are shaped by societal norms and expectations.7. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the Museum of Contemporary Art
The National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. featured "Living Room" as part of their "Contemporary American Art" exhibition in 2020. Through a series of photographs and a video installation, Burns examines themes of consumerism, capitalism, and the commodification of identity. Her thought-provoking work challenges viewers to reflect on their own relationship with material goods and societal expectations.8. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the National Gallery of Art
The Tate Modern in London showcased "Living Room" as part of their "Queer and Now" exhibition in 2019. Through a series of photographs and a video installation, Burns explores themes of queerness, capitalism, and technology. Her work challenges viewers to consider the ways in which societal constructs and power dynamics impact our understanding of identity and the spaces we inhabit.9. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the Tate Modern
In 2019, the Louvre Museum in Paris featured "Living Room" as part of their "Contemporary Art" exhibition. Through a series of photographs and a video installation, Burns explores the ways in which societal norms and expectations shape our understanding of gender, identity, and the concept of home. Her work challenges viewers to think critically about the power structures that exist within the seemingly mundane space of a living room.10. "Living Room" by AK Burns at the Louvre Museum