Opening Reception: Cambodia

Cambodia: Looking Back on the Future takes a deeper look at contemporary art in Cambodia, exploring notions of time, identity, and history. Central to all the works selected for the exhibition is the

human figure. The figure, like in traditional art forms, is an important device for many artists to assert personal narratives, implying significance and meaning in the context of larger historical events.

This exhibition represents the largest known presentation of artwork by Cambodian visual artists in the United States. It includes work by eleven contemporary Cambodian artists that are both established and emerging.

This show brings together a variety of medium including painting, photography, printmaking, drawing, sculpture, installation and video/performance.

During the course of the exhibition, the gallery will present several public programs including film screenings, talks and performances that will further expand on topics that are important for understanding and appreciating contemporary art in Cambodia today. All events are free and open to the public.