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Xin Liu Curates 'For a Little While' at Apsara Studio, London

exhibition · 2026-09-29

The exhibition 'For a Little While,' curated by Xin Liu, took place at Apsara Studio in London from September 18 to 20, 2026, as part of the London Design Festival. This event showcased the work of 17 interdisciplinary artists, prominently featuring Asian creatives, who delved into fleeting human experiences. Liu, who is a participant in a program at Tate and holds a Master's degree from King's College London, provided an international context for the artists. Noteworthy pieces included 'The Fixed Fire' by Xiaoming Ai (2026), 'Forest Fire' by Nare Joo (2025), 'Rack Remains (2)' by Lauren Royall (2026), 'Spatial Capital' by Jiangyu Huang (2026), 'Unit I' by Matthew Duan (2024), 'Performing Status in Everyday Consumption' by Chenyu Wang (2026), and 'Breathing Field I' by Brea Freeburn (2026), all addressing themes of class and power dynamics.

Key facts

  • Exhibition dates: 18–20 September 2026
  • Venue: Apsara Studio, London
  • Curator: Xin Liu
  • Presented by ArtOrb as part of London Design Festival
  • Featured 17 interdisciplinary artists
  • Artists include Xiaoming Ai, Nare Joo, Lauren Royall, Jiangyu Huang, Matthew Duan, Chenyu Wang, Brea Freeburn
  • Xin Liu participated in Tate's curatorial programme and holds a Master's from King's College London
  • Exhibition explored transience, memory, perception, and institutional structures

Entities

Artists

  • Xin Liu
  • Xiaoming Ai
  • Nare Joo
  • Lauren Royall
  • Jiangyu Huang
  • Matthew Duan
  • Chenyu Wang
  • Brea Freeburn

Institutions

  • Apsara Studio
  • ArtOrb
  • London Design Festival
  • Tate
  • King's College London

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom

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