The second Lahore Biennale took place in 2020 in Lahore, Pakistan, showcasing art that engaged with themes like colonial erasure and sexuality. Artists like Barbara Walker highlighted historical narratives through installations, while the event celebrated the resilience of artistic sensibilities despite political challenges. The Lahore Biennale has hosted three editions to date, emphasizing global artistic dialogues and cultural reflections. It produced the Lahore Biennale 02 Reader, which compiles essays and insights related to the showcased works, furthering discourse on contemporary artistic practices in Pakistan.
The Lahore Biennale unfolded across Pakistan's most cosmopolitan city at the start of 2020, showcasing themes like colonial erasure and sexuality in an Islamic Republic.
Subversive artistic sensibility thrives in Pakistan, supported by institutions like the Lahore Biennale, which has successfully showcased international work since its inception.
Barbara Walker stenciled African subalterns of a colonial army in Tollinton Market, linking historical imperialism with contemporary artistic expression.
The Lahore Biennale 02 Reader, edited by Sheikha Hoor al Qasimi and Iftikhar Dadi, compiles significant ideas and reflections from the 2020 biennial.
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