Can objects from the past make us see the present in a new light? How does art reframe things that carry histories of oppression? To find out, listen to this episode, recorded before Sharjah Biennial 15 opened, where artist Nari Ward is in conversation with SB15 curator Hoor Al Qasimi.



At Sharjah, Ward installed a work called Duty Colossus (2023). A large-scale project modelled on fish traps and placed alongside a dhow, the work is on view at the Kalba Ice Factory, Sharjah till 11 June 2023. Click here to view it online.



Press play to learn more about Ward’s practice, process and SB15 project as well as what makes his work speak to our current time and place. 



To receive updates about the 15th Sharjah Biennial and the Sharjah Art Foundation’s year-round programme, follow us on Instagram @sharjahart.

Can objects from the past make us see the present in a new light? How does art reframe things that carry histories of oppression? To find out, listen to this episode, recorded before Sharjah Biennial 15 opened, where artist Nari Ward is in conversation with SB15 curator Hoor Al Qasimi.
 
At Sharjah, Ward installed a work called Duty Colossus (2023). A large-scale project modelled on fish traps and placed alongside a dhow, the work is on view at the Kalba Ice Factory, Sharjah till 11 June 2023. Click <a href="https://sharjahart.org/sharjah-art-foundation/projects/duty-colossus-2023">here</a> to view it online.
 
Press play to learn more about Ward’s practice, process and SB15 project as well as what makes his work speak to our current time and place. 
 
To receive updates about the 15th Sharjah Biennial and the Sharjah Art Foundation’s year-round programme, follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sharjahart/?hl=en">@sharjahart</a>.

Biennial Bytes is the official podcast of Sharjah Biennial 15 (SB15): ‘Thinking Historically in the Present’ and is presented by Sharjah Art Foundation. 

Bringing the Biennial to life for culture enthusiasts around the world, the podcast delves into the work of some of the most prominent artists practising today. Host Hoor Al Qasimi, Director of the Foundation and curator of SB15, talks to artists about their practice, their process and their project. 

What does it mean to think historically in the present? How can art speak to the times and places we live in? To find out, subscribe to Biennial Bytes and listen to new episodes every Monday.

Biennial Bytes is the official podcast of Sharjah Biennial 15 (SB15): ‘Thinking Historically in the Present’ and is presented by Sharjah Art Foundation. 
Bringing the Biennial to life for culture enthusiasts around the world, the podcast delves into the work of some of the most prominent artists practising today. Host Hoor Al Qasimi, Director of the Foundation and curator of SB15, talks to artists about their practice, their process and their project. 
What does it mean to think historically in the present? How can art speak to the times and places we live in? To find out, subscribe to Biennial Bytes and listen to new episodes every Monday.

Biennial Bytes

Can objects from the past make us see the present in a new light? How does art reframe things that carry histories of oppression? To find out, listen to this episode where artist Nari Ward is in conversation with SB15 curator Hoor Al Qasimi.     At Sharjah, Ward installed a work called Duty Colossus (2023). A large-scale project modelled on fish traps and placed alongside a dhow, the work is on view at the Kalba Ice Factory , Sharjah till 11 June 2023. Click here to view it online.     Press play to learn more about Ward’s practice, process and SB15 project as well as what makes his work speak to our current time and place.      To receive updates about the 15th Sharjah Biennial and the Sharjah Art Foundation’s year-round programme, follow us on Instagram @sharjahart.

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