4 March – 3 April

Marilou Bal — Exhibition

Marilou Bal probes the spectrum of girlhood to examine self-image, doubling, and mimicry. Drawing on the language of horror and revenge films, she appropriates feminine representations as a protective strategy. Through her paintings, Bal investigates power relations and recurring motifs such as the fetishized dog and romantic projections onto animal figures. For this solo presentation she develops a new axis focused on the teddy-bear archetype, a timeless comfort symbol that prompts reflection on self-construction and subtle forms of rebellion.

Opening: Thursday, 4 March, 18:00
Meet the artist: Thursday, 18 March, 18:00

Rue de l'Athénée 2,
Switzerland
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Photo Credit: DR

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