In Conversation: Harmony Korine and Catherine Taft (Los Angeles) | Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles
Arts
Join artist and filmmaker Harmony Korine and LAXART Deputy Director and Curator, Catherine Taft, for an engaging conversation at Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles. This special event, titled "In Conversation: Harmony Korine and Catherine Taft," will take place on September 16, 2023. It celebrates the opening weekend of Korine's debut solo exhibition, "Harmony Korine. AGGRESSIVE DR1FTER," showcasing a new series of vibrant paintings inspired by his upcoming film, "Aggro Dr1ft," set to release in fall 2023. This unique fusion of Korine's painting and film practices explores the aesthetics of gaming in an unparalleled way. The event is free to attend, but reservations are required due to limited availability.
Harmony Korine's multidisciplinary art practice has garnered international acclaim over the past three decades. Resisting categorization, his work is characterized by improvisation, humor, repetition, nostalgia, and poetry. Korine's deliberate yet erratic approach blurs boundaries between high and low art, captivating viewers with its hypnotic, otherworldly atmosphere. As one of the most influential and innovative filmmakers of his generation, Korine's creative process is driven by memory, emotion, and physical sensation rather than rational thought. Catherine Taft, Deputy Director and Curator at LAXART, will lead the conversation, drawing from her extensive experience in the art world. Taft's expertise includes curating groundbreaking exhibitions and contributing to various publications.
Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to delve into the artistic mind of Harmony Korine and gain insights from Catherine Taft's expertise. Reserve your spot now for this captivating conversation at Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles.
