Vatican Expands Contemporary Art Presence with Sound-Based Pavilion at Venice Biennale
The Vatican has opened a sound-based pavilion at the Venice Biennale, showcasing its growing ambitions in contemporary art. The exhibition, titled 'The Ear is the Eye of the Soul,' features high-profile artists, poets, and musicians, including Brian Eno, FKA Twigs, and Precious Okoyomon. It is inspired by the life and legacy of Saint Hildegard of Bingen, a medieval abbess, poet, healer, and composer. The exhibition takes place across two sites in Venice and includes contributions from artists like Patti Smith and Jim Jarmusch. The Vatican's initiative is co-organized by Hans Ulrich Obrist and Ben Vickers, in collaboration with Soundwalk Collective. This marks a significant step in the Vatican's efforts to engage with contemporary art, following the opening of a contemporary art space at the Vatican and plans for future exhibitions. 
