Venice Biennale opens amid turbulent climate

A cartoon by Michel Cambon, published on May 17, 2026, in Le Journal des Arts, depicts the crowded conditions at the Venice Biennale. The drawing was inspired by an article titled 'La Biennale de Venise s’ouvre dans un climat houleux' (The Venice Biennale opens in a turbulent climate). The cartoon, titled 'Ça bouchonne à Venise' (It's congested in Venice), humorously comments on the overcrowding at the prestigious art event. The Biennale, held in Venice, Italy, is one of the most important contemporary art exhibitions worldwide, and this year's edition opened amid controversy and tension.