Fotografiska is opening its latest photography and art museum in Shanghai on 21 October. The new venue will be Fotografiska’s first Asian location.
Fotografiska Shanghai is launching near the recently renovated Suzhou Creek area. Its opening shows feature the works of four Chinese and international artists – Feng Li, Edward Burtynsky, Fan Xi, and Samson Young.
The new museum is located in one of three historical warehouses constructed in the early 20th century. Fotografiska Shanghai‘s warehouse has four floors and 4,637 square metres of space for exhibitions, indoor and outdoor event venues, a concept store, and a restaurant and lounge bar overlooking the river.
Fotografiska Shanghai will be the fifth museum in the Fotografiska group, following venues in Stockholm, Tallinn, New York and Berlin.
Founded in Stockholm in 2010, Fotografiska is now set to become the world’s largest private art museum with the opening of its new attractions in Shanghai and Miami.
Its locations are home to immersive photography exhibition spaces, cultural events, dining experiences and museum shops.
“We are honored to finally open Fotografiska in Shanghai,” said Yoram Roth, chairman of Fotografiska (via Shanghai publication Shine).
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“The creativity, vitality, and passion for photography and art among the Chinese audience have always deeply impressed me. We felt the need to engage with this new Chinese cultural scene,” Roth added.
“I believe that by working closely with local artists, Fotografiska Shanghai will play a significant role in bringing a better understanding between people and cultures.”
Fotografiska Berlin debuted in September with opening exhibitions by women artists. Marina Paulenka, director of exhibitions for the museum, said it is important “to give a platform to historically underrepresented makers”.
“The female perspective on the world is so necessary and we need spaces like this where this perspective can be seen,” added German author Düzen Tekkal.
Images courtesy of Fotografiska
