Festivals and Films

Ai Weiwei

From 17 Nov 2011 to 11 Feb 2012

18 November - 12 February. Louisiana Museum of Modern Art presents an exhibition of works by leading contemporary Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, from the years 2003-2010.

Weiwei's artistic practice extends from traditional, physical pieces to incorporate conceptual projects, social activities, design and architecture.

Seen by China as a dissident, the artist was arrested and held without charges for several months this year because of his campaigns against corruption and of the Chinese government's infringement of human rights.

The exhibition comprises three large-scale works: Trees, Rocks, and Forever: Fountain of Light, as well as number of films. By mixing tradition and technology, Ai Weiwei