PALM SPRINGS (KABC) -- For nearly a year, most of our public spaces could be described as "deserted." Now, after two years Desert X has returned to Coachella Valley with exhibits that explore this idea while providing viewers with a COViD-safe experience.
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"We look forward to embarking together on a new journey of exploration, providing a much-needed opportunity for visitors and their families to enjoy and engage safely with art by some of today's most important artists as they address the urgent issues of these extraordinary times," said Desert X Founder and President Susan L. Davis.
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Viewers can see site-specific installations by internationally-acclaimed contemporary artists whose artwork make bold commentary on topics like immigration, diversity, women's rights, and other political issues. One of this year's stand out piece on social media is Nicholas Galanin's "Never Forget," a large sign with the words "Indian Land" that pays homage to the indigenous communities of the west.
The free outdoor exhibition will run from now until May 16. Swipe through our gallery to get a sneak peek into some of the creative works featured this year. Visit desertx.org to help plan your trip today!
Desert X installation view of Eduardo Sarabia,The Passenger. 2021. (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Eduardo Sarabia,The Passenger. 2021. Photography by Lance Gerber (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X)
Desert X installation view of Zahrah Alghamdi,What Lies Behind the Walls.2021. (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Zahrah Alghamdi,What Lies Behind the Walls.2021. (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Xaviera Simmons,Because You Know Ultimately We Will Band A Militia. 2021. (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Xaviera Simmons,Because You Know Ultimately We Will Band A Militia. 2021. (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Vivian Suter, Tamanrasset. 2021 (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Serge Attukwei Clottey,The Wishing Well. 2021.Photography by Lance Gerber. (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Serge Attukwei Clottey,The Wishing Well. 2021.Photography by Lance Gerber. (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Nicholas Galanin, Never Forget.2021 (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Nicholas Galanin, Never Forget.2021 (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Ghada Amer, Women's Qualities. 2021 (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Ghada Amer, Women's Qualities. 2021 (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Christopher Meyers, The Art of Taming Horses. 2021. (Photography by Colin Robertson. Courtesy the artist
and Desert X.)
Desert X installation view of Alicja Kwade,ParaPivot (sempiternal clouds). 2021 (Photography by Lance Gerber. Courtesy the artist and Desert X)