Robert Zhao Renhui "After Control" @ Kyoto City University of Arts Gallery @KCUA
Robert Zhao Renhui's solo exhibition "After Control" will be held at Kyoto City University of Arts Gallery @KCUA.Summary
Robert Zhao Renhui's solo exhibition "After Control" will be held at Kyoto City University of Arts Gallery @KCUA from May 16, 2026, to July 12, 2026. The exhibition showcases a collection of works based on long-term projects in Christmas Island, Singapore, Tokyo, Hampi, and Phuket, providing a comprehensive overview of the artist's recent activities. Zhao explores the relationship between humans and other living beings through diverse media such as photography, video, and installation, critically examining how nature and artificial objects intertwine and transform. The venue, Kyoto City University of Arts, is adjacent to the Kamo River, which has a long history of coexistence with humans, and the Shimogase River, which was excavated as a canal in the Edo period. Zhao named the exhibition "After Control" in this context, where the scenery of the exhibition space, featuring a mix of new buildings, construction sites, and abandoned structures amidst redevelopment, overlaps with the vibrant and diverse life forms depicted through his lens. This juxtaposition invites viewers to reflect on the ecosystems of the planet and their future. Related events include an Artist Talk, a Lecture by Robert Zhao Renhui, and Gallery Talks.
(Source：ART iT)