Various Forms of Sensitivity

2023

Group exhibition featuring artists: Pavel Baňka, Radka Bodzewicz, Veronika Čechmánková, Nikola Čulík, Habima Fuchs, Kurt Gebauer, Assaf Hinden, Vojtěch Hrubant, Olga Karlíková, Milan Kunc, Matěj Olmer, Ester Parasková, Vojtěch Pavlíček, Petr Pelzmann, Ondřej Petrlík, Ivan Pinkava, Matěj Pokorný, Rodrigo Rosa, Vladimír Skrepl, Taja Spasskova, Antonie Stano, Mark Ther

The world has transformed dramatically in recent years, presenting situations that rival fictional scenarios. These changes offer opportunities for personal renewal and societal progress, driven by shifts in perception and self-determination. Technological advancements, such as augmented reality and artificial intelligence, are now integral tools in daily life. Yet, amidst these massive transformations, this exhibition, curated by Filip Kazda and Michal Štochl and presented at HYB4 Gallery, returns to human sensitivity—a rare and profound ability that shapes individuals and society alike.

What is sensitivity, and who embodies it? Machines may define it as “empathy, understanding, and consideration for others’ emotional needs,” yet this reductionist view contrasts with the centuries-old human debate: is sensitivity a strength or a weakness? This exhibition leaves the question open, focusing instead on sensitivity as an essential force behind artistic expression. The curatorial selection by Kazda and Štochl explores sensitivity not as a physical trait but as a mental gift to uncover the hidden layers of meaning within everyday life.

The exhibition showcases diverse yet harmonious works that celebrate sensitivity as a medium for introspection and reinterpretation in an era of rapid societal and technological change. It honors artistic individuality and timeless expression, avoiding fleeting trends and highlighting the depth and originality often concealed beneath the surface.