Noël Dolla's 'Entrée libre mais non obligatoire' at Villa Arson
From June 30 to October 21, 2013, Noël Dolla, a key figure in the Supports/Surfaces movement since 1968, showcases 'Entrée libre mais non obligatoire' at Villa Arson in Nice. This exhibition utilizes the entire school, where Dolla taught for 37 years, and runs alongside 'En promotion', curated by Stéphane Corréard, which highlights 26 graduating students. Visitors begin their journey in the gardens and conclude in the square room featuring 'La Rigueur malmenée: From Russia with Love', displaying works by contemporary artists such as Gadha Amer and Mary Heilmann. Dolla’s pieces engage with those of Pascal Pinaud and others, promoting his collections and inviting various artists, all under the ethos of 'produire autrement', which stresses collaborative efforts without hierarchy.
Key facts
- Noël Dolla is a founding member of Supports/Surfaces (1968).
- Exhibition 'Entrée libre mais non obligatoire' runs June 30–October 21, 2013 at Villa Arson, Nice.
- Dolla taught at Villa Arson for 37 years.
- Concurrent exhibition 'En promotion' curated by Stéphane Corréard features 26 graduating students.
- The final room 'La Rigueur malmenée: From Russia with Love' includes works by Gadha Amer, David Diao, Mary Heilmann, Jonathan Lasker, and others.
- Garden works by Dolla interact with Pascal Pinaud, Philippe Ramette, Tatiana Wolska; sound by Pascal Broccolichi.
- Sections include 'Lou cagibi oggi domani “The Tate”' (historical Supports/Surfaces) and 'Le couloir des incertitudes' (Farrell, Joseph, Mayaux, Mercier, Ramette, Robbe).
- Dolla's personal collection 'L'Appartement du joyeux bordel' and 'Les Impertinences' are displayed.
Entities
Artists
- Noël Dolla
- Stéphane Corréard
- Pascal Pinaud
- Philippe Ramette
- Tatiana Wolska
- Pascal Broccolichi
- Gadha Amer
- David Diao
- Thierry Chiapparelli
- Jacob El Hanani
- Mary Heilmann
- Dominique Figarella
- Craig Fisher
- Jonathan Lasker
- Lydia Dona
- Shirley Kaneda
- Sandra D. Lecocq
- Fabian Marccacio
- Philippe Mayaux
- David Reed
- Jérôme Robbe
- Malachi Farrell
- Pierre Joseph
- Mathieu Mercier
- Christian Lacroix
- Bernard Marcelis
Institutions
- Villa Arson
- Mac/Val
- Galerie de la Marine
- Abbaye de Montmajour
Locations
- Nice
- France
Sources
- artpress —