Participating artists: Allora & Calzadilla, Taysir Batniji, Lara Favaretto, Christian Burnoski, Jason Dodge, Claire Fontaine, Ori Gersht, Bethan Huws, Kris Martin, Pedro Reyes, Michael Sailstorfer, Yoko Ono & John Lennon

WAR responds to Llandudno's involvement in World War One and, in particular, MOSTYN's former use as a drill hall at that time. Artworks by a group of international artists address the subject of war, its impact on society and the aftermath of destruction. While the concept and complexity of war have influenced the selection of artworks, so too has the notion of conflict. The consideration of conflict within the exhibition extends beyond conflict associated with war, addressing it in a broader sense within the context of art history and tradition.

The exhibition also brings together historical material that looks at Llandudno during World War One. Artefacts, images and documents are used to portray the local story and how this is linked to the national picture. Both components - contemporary and historical - are intended to complement one another. Together, the artworks and the documentary evidence enable the subject and presentation of war to be viewed with new understanding.

This exhibition has been curated by Adam Carr ( MOSTYN  Visual Arts Programme Curator) and produced by  MOSTYN. A full-colour catalogue accompanies the exhibition. It includes an essay and texts on the artists and their works by Adam Carr ( MOSTYN  Visual Arts Programme Curator) and a text by Alfredo Cramerotti ( MOSTYN  Director). It can be ordered by contacting: shop@mostyn.org   

WAR  forms part of  MOSTYN's Audience Development Programme History Series Project 2014-17. Both the exhibition and the overall programme are made possible through the generous support of Arts Council of Wales Lottery Grant.