Designboom has published its monthly roundup of must-see art exhibitions around the world for May 2026. Featured shows include Nick Doyle's 'Collective Hallucinations' at Perrotin, Nicola Turner's 'Time’s Scythe' in collaboration with Annely Juda Fine Art at YSP, and Katharina Grosse's 'I Set Out, I Walked Fast' at White Cube. The article also includes a tribute to Georg Baselitz, the influential German painter who recently passed away at 88, and a guide to the 61st Venice Art Biennale 2026.
This roundup matters because it provides a curated, global snapshot of current contemporary art exhibitions, helping readers navigate the art world's busy exhibition calendar. The inclusion of Baselitz's obituary underscores the ongoing impact of postwar German painting, while the Venice Biennale guide highlights one of the most important recurring events in the international art scene. The article serves as a practical resource for art enthusiasts and professionals planning their cultural travel and viewing schedules.