Olafur Eliasson's 'Open' Retrospective at MOCA Los Angeles

The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA in Los Angeles is hosting 'Open,' the first major retrospective dedicated to Olafur Eliasson, curated by José Luis Blondet and on view until July 6, 2025. The exhibition features playful, socially engaged works exploring climate change and perception through light, color, and geometry. Eliasson describes the show as 'an extension of the real world,' with pieces functioning as optical devices like kaleidoscopes and large mirrors that alter space. Highlights include 'Open,' a luminous rainbow spanning the gallery; 'Observatory for seeing the atmosphere’s futures,' a four-sided kaleidoscopic structure offering views of the sky; and 'Device for seeing potential solar futures,' featuring yellow light reminiscent of his 1990s works. Blondet connects Eliasson's practice to Los Angeles artists such as Michael Asher, Maria Nordman, Robert Irwin, and James Turrell, emphasizing MOCA's history of perceptual experimentation.