Ligorano/Reese, Untitled, 2001, 2006. Courtesy of the Artists and Jim Kempner Fine Arts

SAN JOSE, CA.- The San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art presents The Landscape of War,on view through January 19, 2008. The Landscape of War exhibition illustrates the complex politics of war and our relationship to it. Curated by Anne Veh and largely inspired by the writings of Rebecca Solnit, this significantly relevant exhibition expresses a message that is both haunting and confrontational, challenging the viewer to fully consider the multi-faceted effects of war. Many of the artists in this exhibition provide essential and poignant political critique to inspire thoughtful dialogue. Enrique Chagoya re-maps the world in RoadMap, depicting the U.S. disproportionately larger than any other country. Michael Arcega cleverly plays with language and materials that are loaded with political associations. His sculptures of hand grenades and weapons titled Terrorice are made out of rice, the grain that the US gives as aid to war-torn and developing countries.
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