Documenta 12

September 9, 2007 - Modern Art Exhibit

The documenta is regarded as the most important exhibition of contemporary art. It is held every 5 years in Kassel (about 2 hours north of Frankfurt). The exhibit is shown for 100 days, and this year was the 12th year of the exhibit. The exhibits are housed all around Kassel in various themed tents and museums.

I am not a big fan of modern art, but thought the exhibits were interesting. It would have been nice to have more time there and do an audio tour that goes into detail about the art pieces. My favorite exhibit was the "FEAR" exhibit, where the artist depicted various human fears. For example - we fear "yes" and "no" "which is why the smartest people choose maybe".