World-renowned contemporary artist Ai Weiwei joins Factory International creative director Kee Hong Low for a special talk in their Artist in Times of Upheaval series. As a conceptual artist, Weiwei uses a wide range of media to reflect on contemporary geopolitics and society, from sculptural installation, filmmaking and photography to ceramics, painting, writing and virtual spaces like social media. The hour-long talk will be followed by a 30-minute audience Q&A, where attendees can hear about his role as a global citizen, artist and thinker.
Artists In Times Of Upheaval: Ai Weiwei at Factory International
Aviva Studios, Water St, Manchester M3 4JQ
Wed 12th Mar, 2025
£22