Mike Kelley: Exploded Fortress of Solitude

The catalogue showcases the final exhibitions of American artist Mike Kelley, emphasizing his exploration of nostalgia, memory, and repression through diverse mediums such as sculpture, performance, and painting. Kelley's work blends vernacular influences with modernist aesthetics, reflecting his roots in the Los Angeles conceptual art scene. By employing deconstructive strategies, he critiques and redefines contemporary cultural norms, making his art a significant commentary on both high and low culture.