ArtReview September 2026 Issue Explores Art's Agency, Taring Padi, and Korean Art Scene
The September 2026 edition of ArtReview showcases a cover image of the Indonesian collective Taring Padi, captured by Muhammad Fadli in Yogyakarta during August 2026. This edition delves into the role and influence of art. Adeline Chia highlights Taring Padi's focus on activism through the creation of protest materials. Clive Chijioke Nwonka investigates the transformation of Hackney Wick in London into a 'creative quarter'. Alexandra Symons-Sutcliffe reflects on the ambiguity of Kate Millett's 1972 piece 'Terminal Piece'. Martin Herbert discusses Jasper Johns's concealed artworks, while Nicole Kaack examines Sophie Becker's performances involving ventriloquism. Zoë Hopkins addresses black graphic scores, and Emily McDermott interviews poet Ana María Caballero. Additionally, the issue contains global reviews and a complimentary 56-page supplement on contemporary art in South Korea, featuring 30 artists and interviews.
Key facts
- ArtReview's September 2026 issue is out now.
- Cover photograph by Muhammad Fadli shows Taring Padi members in Yogyakarta, August 2026.
- Adeline Chia writes on Taring Padi, considering them activists first, artists second.
- Clive Chijioke Nwonka examines Hackney Wick's redevelopment into a creative quarter.
- Alexandra Symons-Sutcliffe discusses Kate Millett's 'Terminal Piece' (1972).
- Martin Herbert contributes an essay on Jasper Johns.
- Nicole Kaack writes on Sophie Becker's ventriloquism performances.
- Zoë Hopkins covers black graphic scores.
- Emily McDermott interviews poet Ana María Caballero.
- Issue includes reviews from London, New York, Barcelona, and Antananarivo.
- Book reviews by Catherine Liu, Charlotte Higgins, and Simon Reynolds are featured.
- A free 56-page supplement on South Korean art is included, supported by Korea Arts Management Service.
- Supplement features 30 Korean artists, interviews with Busan and Gwangju Biennale curators, and an artist project by Sulki and Min.
Entities
Artists
- Taring Padi
- Ladija Triana Dewi
- Rino 'Mamox' Mahardijaya
- Dodi Irwandi
- Tajam Pariwangi Muhammad
- Stefanus William Eka Chandra
- Mohamad 'Ucup' Yusuf
- Bayu Widodo
- Fitri Dwi Kurniasih
- Raung 'Bebe' Singosari
- Surya 'Yoyok' Wirawan
- Muhammad Fadli
- Adeline Chia
- Clive Chijioke Nwonka
- Alexandra Symons-Sutcliffe
- Kate Millett
- Martin Herbert
- Jasper Johns
- Nicole Kaack
- Sophie Becker
- Zoë Hopkins
- Emily McDermott
- Ana María Caballero
- Catherine Liu
- Charlotte Higgins
- Simon Reynolds
- Sulki and Min
Institutions
- ArtReview
- Korea Arts Management Service
- Busan Biennale
- Gwangju Biennale
Locations
- Yogyakarta
- Indonesia
- London
- United Kingdom
- New York
- United States
- Barcelona
- Spain
- Antananarivo
- Madagascar
- South Korea