Fiction Talks #4

Leo Trotsenko

Other projects
The Institute for Critical Zoologists strives to foster a critical perspective on the way humans observe and interact with animals. Although urban societies are relatively disconnected from animals, our fascination with and examination of them have grown significantly in the learn more
The Institute for Critical Zoologists strives to foster a critical perspective on the way humans observe and interact with animals. Although urban societies are relatively disconnected from animals, our fascination with and examination of them have grown significantly in the past century. Undoubtedly, observing animals holds both allure and enjoyment within societies. Animals convey culturally learn more

Institute for Critical Zoologists

Robert Renhui 
“The Gay, Innocent and Heartless” revisits numerous recurring themes that have characterized the artist’s work since his debut in the 1980s, delving into topics like the impact of mass media on human identity. This makes the exhibition, to a certain learn more
“The Gay, Innocent and Heartless” revisits numerous recurring themes that have characterized the artist’s work since his debut in the 1980s, delving into topics like the impact of mass media on human identity. This makes the exhibition, to a certain extent, a vibrant retrospective of his oeuvre. Despite its controversial exploration of masculinity and the learn more

Gay, Innocent and Heartless. 2008

Zbigniew Libera
During the period spanning from 1974 to 1978, Leeson embarked on the fabrication of a fictional identity and alter ego named “Roberta Breitmore.” This undertaking transcended mere physical transformation, encompassing makeup, attire, and wigs, ultimately forging an intricate and sustained learn more
During the period spanning from 1974 to 1978, Leeson embarked on the fabrication of a fictional identity and alter ego named “Roberta Breitmore.” This undertaking transcended mere physical transformation, encompassing makeup, attire, and wigs, ultimately forging an intricate and sustained personality. Importantly, this persona was substantiated by tangible evidence, from official documents such as a learn more

Roberta Breitmore, 1974-1978

Lynn Hershman