Sono Kondou's 'Dream Title' Exhibition Opens at Ota City Museum of Art and Library with First New Animation in 15 Years
Summary
Artist Sono Kondou's solo exhibition 'Sono Kondou: Dream Title' is held at Ota City Museum of Art and Library in Gunma Prefecture from November 21 to January 24, 2027. The exhibition showcases her first new animation in 15 years, 'Named Uninvited' (2024–26), alongside sketches, drawings, and original pages from her essay manga 'Thinking in New York'. Born in Chiba in 1980 and based in New York since 2008, Kondou's work is collected by institutions like the Asia Society and Mori Art Museum. The show includes her handwritten text and illustrations on the museum walls. In her statement, Kondou reflects on a dream about an unborn child, exploring themes of existence and creativity. Related events include artist talks, curator-led slide talks, and family-friendly programs.
(Source:美術手帖)