The Upon Further Reflection Show Celebrates the AAPI Community
Amy Duong — June 6, 2023 — Art & Design
References: redirect.viglink & design-milk
The Upon Further Reflection exhibition was one of the standouts from NYCxDesign 2023 without a doubt. It featured the works of 20 established and up-and-coming Asian American and Pacific Islander artists and designers that are also female-identifying. The designers that are a part of the exhibition were invited to “challenge and address the ideas of reflection through surface exploration, materiality, and self discovery.”
Some artists that were featured went about the concept from a literal angle and others explores the idea from a more abstract sense. Co-curator Lora Appleton shares her experience with the latest show, explaining that “It is an ongoing privilege to work with so many talented female-identified designers and to be able to shine a much needed spotlight on the AAPI creative community. Allowing people of all ages to see themselves reflected in others inspired this exhibition, and enables me to help enlighten others on how broad and dynamic the global community of female driven AAPI studios in design is.”
Image Credit: Angela Hau
Some artists that were featured went about the concept from a literal angle and others explores the idea from a more abstract sense. Co-curator Lora Appleton shares her experience with the latest show, explaining that “It is an ongoing privilege to work with so many talented female-identified designers and to be able to shine a much needed spotlight on the AAPI creative community. Allowing people of all ages to see themselves reflected in others inspired this exhibition, and enables me to help enlighten others on how broad and dynamic the global community of female driven AAPI studios in design is.”
Image Credit: Angela Hau
Trend Themes
1. Aapi-focused Art Exhibitions - AAPI artists and designers are being highlighted in exhibitions to shine a spotlight on their creativity and challenge reflection through surface exploration, materiality, and self-discovery.
2. Diversity and Inclusion in Design - Exhibitions featuring female-identifying and AAPI designers are contributing to the broader trend of highlighting underrepresented communities in design.
3. Exploration of Reflection Through Art - The focus on reflection in art exhibitions is leading to exploration of the theme through both literal and abstract approaches.
Industry Implications
1. Art Exhibitions - Opportunities exist for art galleries and curators to showcase the diverse perspectives of AAPI designers and artists through exhibitions focused on themes like reflection, self-discovery, and materiality.
2. Design Studios - Design studios can use inspiration from AAPI reflection-themed exhibitions to create innovative designs that explore reflection in new ways.
3. Cultural Events Industry - The trend of AAPI-focused art exhibitions can translate into broader cultural events that celebrate and showcase the creativity of underrepresented communities.
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