08 - JIM DINe: Dog on the Forge is now open
American painter, sculptor and poet Jim Dine has transformed the Palazzo Rocca Contarini Corfù in an ambitious survey exhibition curated by Gerhard Steidl, Founding Director of the Kunsthaus Göttingen. Jim Dine - Dog on the Forge is a Collateral Event of the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, Stranieri Ovunque – Foreigners Everywhere, curated by Adriano Pedrosa. The exhibition opens to the public on Saturday, 20 April 2024 and runs through 21 July 2024.
07 - JIM DINE HAS ARRIVED AT PALAZZO ROCCA
Jim Dine has arrived at the Palazzo Rocca. EXHIBITION DETAILS
VIP Pre-Opening: Wednesday, 17 April, Thursday, 18 April, Friday, 19 April from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
General Opening: Saturday, 20 April from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Palazzo Rocca Contarini Corfù
Sestiere Dorsoduro, 1057/D
30123 Venezia
Run of Show: 20 April 2024 – 21 July 2024
Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
FREE Admission
06 - A Poet’s Process
What was the inspiration behind the title "Dog on the Forge"?
Jim: It comes from a poem that I wrote. The line struck me as a kind of metaphor for “this old dog on the hot seat,” or “this old dog on the forge,” meaning, you’re gonna be made into something bigger or better, or you’re gonna get fucked over.
My friend, the poetry professor at Yale, Karin Roffman said the poem was like Gertrude Stein’s “Tender Buttons,” which I really loved.
I’m gonna share the poem, because I love it. Here’s the poem…
05 - A peek behind the curtain
We caught up with Jim Dine this morning as he was beginning the installation of DOG ON THE FORGE in Venice. He shares his thoughts in our most recent newsletter.
04 - A CLOSER LOOK: GERHARD STEIDL
DOG ON THE FORGE is an ambitious survey exhibition of never-before-seen work from American artist, Jim Dine.
Curated by Gerhard Steidl, Founding Director of Kunsthaus Göttingen, the exhibition draws inspiration from Dine’s relentless odysseys between the United States and Europe, as well as his lifetime dedication to the concept of visual, cultural, and linguistic hybridization.
The corresponding catalogue, Dog on the Forge, will be published by Editions Steidl with text by Steidl.
Read on to learn more about the formidable force that is Gerhard Steidl.
03 - UPCOMING EVENTS
Check out what’s on the horizon & save these dates on your calendar so you don’t miss out. Artist talks, Instagram Lives, Opening Receptions and more!
02 - LA BIENNALE DI VENEZIA
On the occasion of the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia this April, Jim Dine, legendary American painter, sculptor and poet, is set to take over the Palazzo Rocca Contarini Corfù with an ambitious survey exhibition curated by Gerhard Steidl, Founding Director of Kunsthaus Göttingen. Jim Dine - Dog on the Forge is a Collateral Event of the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, curated by Adriano Pedrosa. Jim Dine’s show will open to the public on Saturday, 20 April 2024 and will run through 21 July, 2024.
01 - INTRO
In this newsletter, you can expect to find updates on Jim's current work, details about upcoming exhibitions, get a glimpse into his studio practice, discover behind-the-scenes moments, watch captivating interviews, be the first to know about new book publications, and so much more.
As we dive into Jim’s creative universe, we hope to share with you the inspiration, passion, and innovation that define his work.
— The Jim Dine Studio Team