"Die Leere, die noch da sein wird, sollte der Krieg morgen enden"
The group exhibition "Looking into the Gaps" at the Jam Factory in Lviv presents works by artists living in Ukraine or in exile, as well as by those killed on the front lines. Curated by Ukrainian artist Nikita Kadan, it is the fourth installment of a series exploring the fractures and diverse experiences within Ukrainian society, with this iteration focusing on the theme of loneliness rather than collective identity.
The exhibition matters as a poignant and critical reflection on the ongoing war's impact on artists and cultural production. It serves as a memorial space, connecting works across generations—including pieces by the late Oleh Holosii and soldier-artist Margarita Polovinko, who was killed—and creates dialogues that real life prevented, offering a raw and uncompromising look at loss, survival, and solitary endurance.