"The feminist collective Slow War Against the Nuclear State formed in 2022, driven by a desire to discuss the politics surrounding nuclear weapons and their implications on society."
"Atomic Dragons showcases contributions from artists who have personal ties to nuclear politics, either through familial connections to atomic weapon production or anti-nuclear activism."
"Experimental photography plays a crucial role in the exhibition, revealing how the photographic industry was complicit in the U.S. government's atomic bomb testing through specialized camera designs."
"elin o'Hara slavick's works, such as 'Hiroshima Flowers' and 'Lingering Radiation', utilize unique photographic techniques to create haunting representations of nuclear disaster artifacts."
The exhibition Atomic Dragons features the feminist collective Slow War Against the Nuclear State, formed by artists and academics from three generations. It investigates the legacy of nuclear politics, focusing on the human cost of nuclear disasters. The exhibition highlights the role of photography in nuclear weapons development, showcasing works that reflect on remembrance and survival. Notable pieces include elin o'Hara slavick's works that capture artifacts of nuclear disaster, emphasizing the connection between photographic processes and atomic history.
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