The work and activities of Petr Lysáček are closely connected to the Ostrava region. Not only as a teacher at the current Faculty of Arts, but also as a curator and organizer of art events, he has played a crucial role in the development of the cultural life of Ostrava. His contribution is especially significant in the field of fine arts and his own creative work. As an artist and performer, he uncompromisingly opposes banality and often positions himself as a sociological critic, walking a fine line. A clear shift can be seen in his work towards simplification and radical expression, questioning the play involved in the creation of an artistic artifact. The impact of his works, mostly on the borderline between readymade and recycling something already “pre-prepared” by someone else, combined with provocative sociological irony, is one of the important elements in the Czech art scene, as evidenced by his frequent inclusion in exhibitions of Czech art.

The concept of the upcoming exhibition will focus on presenting his current work, with necessary references to his older pieces. Petr Lysáček has not yet had a sufficiently representative opportunity to showcase his work in Ostrava, and therefore this exhibition will also strive to provide a segmented retrospective view.

Jiří Jůza

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Curator: Jiří Jůza