«No Joke» at Milieu
Groupshow, February 1 until March 7, 2020
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Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Tina Braegger, Ladybug, 2020» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Anna-Sophie Berger, mud coat (1), 2016» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Lorenza Longhi, Untitled (Tables), 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Gabriele Garavaglia, Rest in Peace, 2020» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Gabriele Garavaglia, Windscape Technomind, 2020» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Gabriele Garavaglia, Rest in Peace, 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Gabriele Garavaglia, Rest in Peace, 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Tina Braegger, Cat Noir, 2020» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Gabriele Garavaglia, Poker Face, 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Gabriele Garavaglia, Poker Face, 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Lorenza Longhi, Untitled (Tables), 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Gabriele Garavaglia, Poker Face, 2020» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Lorenza Longhi, Improved Accuracies, 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Lorenza Longhi, Improved Accuracies, 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Lorenza Longhi, Improved Accuracies, 2020 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Anna-Sophie Berger, mud coat (1), 2016 (detail)» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition View Groupshow «No Joke; view on Gabriele Garavaglia, Work Sucks, 2017» at Milieu, Bern, 2020 / Photo: Claude Barrault / Courtesy: the artists and Milieu
Exhibition Title: "«No Joke» at Milieu"
Subtitle: "Groupshow with Anna-Sophie Berger, Tina Braegger, Gabriele Garavaglia, Lorenza Longhi"
Resilience in the Twentieth-First Century
The key concept for the first two decades of the twenty-first century is undoubtedly resilience. Originally derived from materials physics, resilience now encompasses biological, technical, social, and ecological systems. It describes the ability of a system to maintain its structure and functions by absorbing or withstanding disturbances. Resilience programs focus on adapting to risks rather than preventing them, emphasizing the capacity to overcome challenges. The concept of resilience has permeated various fields, promoting adaptability and durability in the face of uncertainty.
Resilience training aims to equip individuals and communities to cope with disruptions and unforeseen events. It encourages a mindset of expecting the worst while maintaining a sense of calm and preparedness. Resilience is intertwined with notions of competitiveness and self-improvement, emphasizing the need to continuously enhance one's ability to function under pressure.
While resilience offers a framework for dealing with risks and challenges, it also raises questions about the balance between adaptation and maintaining the status quo. The concept of resilience navigates the fine line between preparing for the worst and avoiding alarmism, highlighting the importance of flexibility and composure in the face of adversity.
Overall, resilience serves as a guiding principle for navigating the complexities of the modern world, urging individuals to cultivate a mindset of adaptability and strength in the face of uncertainty.
