Japanese artist Ayakamay explores the intersection of commercial marketing with traditional gender and cultural perceptions. Her latest exhibition centers around creating what the artist describes as, “an irritating and uncomfortable attraction… to take in something which one doesn’t want to watch, and in doing so opens oneself up to a new world view.” The opening performance casts the artist as a Japanese pop icon, and encourages audience participation.
Ayakamay “Captive Train_reck” Opening Reception & Performance
The Lodge Gallery, 131 Chrystie Street
Saturday, January 7, 7:00-9:00pm