Thomias Radin's 'Echoes of Ka' at Esther Schipper Berlin explores Caribbean dance philosophy through art.
On March 13th, 2026, Thomias Radin's fourth solo exhibition, titled 'Echoes of Ka,' debuted at Esther Schipper Gallery in Berlin, running until April 18th, 2026. The artist, originally from Guadeloupe, showcases a blend of painting, woodwork, and installation art, delving into 'Ka,' an essential life force in ancient Egyptian culture. His creative approach is influenced by improvisation, reflecting the traditions of Gwoka dance. Additionally, Radin worked with Léna Blou on the short film 'SOUKOUSS,' inspired by her studies of Gwoka rhythms. The exhibition space is designed like a hidden garden, featuring reflective pillars and sculptural arches that nod to the Chinese zodiac. Notable pieces include 'La Danse' (2023) and 'Fire Goat' (2026), with photography by Andrea Rossetti.
Key facts
- Thomias Radin's exhibition 'Echoes of Ka' is his fourth solo show with Esther Schipper Gallery since 2024
- The exhibition runs from March 13th to April 18th, 2026, at Esther Schipper in Berlin
- Radin is a Berlin-based artist born in Guadeloupe
- The show combines painting, woodwork, and installation, engaging with the concept of 'Ka' from ancient Egyptian and Caribbean traditions
- Radin collaborated with dance scholar Léna Blou on the short film 'SOUKOUSS' and draws from her research on Gwoka dance
- The exhibition includes a supplementary bibliography of books from Radin's private collection, covering topics from Caribbean dance to anti-colonial theory
- Sculptural arches in the installation reference the Chinese zodiac, with the entrance corresponding to the Year of the Fire Horse and exit to the Fire Goat
- The exhibition's ethos is summarized by the Creole expression 'Bigidi, pa tonbé' (tremble, but do not fall)
Entities
Artists
- Thomias Radin
- Léna Blou
- Fra Angelico
- Frantz Fanon
- Ismael Ivo
- Le Corbusier
Institutions
- Esther Schipper
- FAD Magazine
Locations
- Berlin
- Germany
- Guadeloupe
- France
- Caribbean
- West Africa
- Ancient Egypt
- China