INDISCRET: Group Show - Ventana Co Curation

INDISCRET, a group show presented by Ventana Project and Passage Art, delves into the spectrum of people-watching and human interactions, from casual observation and conversation to voyeurism and physical intimacy. In our contemporary culture, where the lines between public and private life have faded further than ever before, the exhibition invites a deep exploration of how our gaze is shaped by social norms, power structures, and the technologies that mediate our interactions.

At the heart of Indiscret lies the tension between voyeurism and intimacy, power and vulnerability. Each artwork becomes a lens through which to examine the often-hidden dynamics that govern our relationship. What does it mean to watch some- one, and conversely, to be watched? The exhibition reveals how these encounters can evoke pleasure, discomfort, and a spectrum of emotions that reflect our societal constructs and norms. As we navigate the complexities of modern existence, we are compelled to confront the implications of each other's gaze, which can simultaneously affirm and undermine our sense of self.

When we are seemingly able to see everything of everybody because it feels like many show everything of themselves, dreams and memories become a blur while parasocial relationships start to feel like reality. In a society where visibility often equates to value, the act of being observed becomes a powerful tool for both self-expression and identity formation, while posing the risk of objectification and self-alienation.