You are kindly invited to attend the workshop, led by the artists  Jakob Ganslmeier and Ana Zibelnik.

The workshop will take place at the Museum of Cntemporary Art Metelkova, from 5 to 8 p.m. in frames of the exhibition Ganslmeier & Zibelnik: Bereitschaft, 2024 – 2025  from the Draught series.

The workshop is free, but the number of participants is limited.

The workshop explores the radicalising potential of images in the digital realm, delving into questions about the ethical use of visuals in the seemingly democratic online landscape. In particular, we will look at the role of humour in spreading the alt-right ideology online. While humour is an element integral to social media, it is also often used to silence, discriminate or otherwise express violence, particularly against historically marginalised groups. The workshop addresses the challenges faced by digital platforms in recognising the harms derived from humour, especially due to its ambiguous nature.

The hands-on session involves creating a map of visual culture, similar to a political compass, within theme-focused groups. Topics explored include meme culture, the appropriation of symbols, the relationship between fascism and current body trends, generational divides, the revival of WWII-era art on TikTok, and the adoration of famous perpetrators in pop culture.

Participants will engage with symbols, memes, and images referencing recent social media trends.

The workshop is designed for (young) adults.

Please register at adela.zeleznik@mg-lj.si.

Please note that the workshop makes use of imagery and symbolism that some may find offensive.