YAK: Culture of Curiosities
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YAK: Culture of Curiosities
Saturday 21 June - Sunday 14 September 2025
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View Opening TimesCourtesy of Millie Glasgow
Who are you online? 🤔
Ever thought about how your online persona reflects who you are?
From avatars to filters, usernames to fonts, the internet offers countless ways to express yourself.
YAK: Culture of Curiosities curated by our Young Art Kommunity (YAK) showcases how young people are at the forefront of exploring how technology shapes who we are – and how we want to be seen.
Featuring a mix of 2D drawings, paintings, wall murals, clay and paper sculptures, collage, print, and digital works, the exhibition brings together personal and collective perspectives on digital identity, online culture, and self-expression.
These works have been produced through a series of group workshop sessions. As well as creating and curating ideas collectively, individuals have been encouraged to explore and express their personal views on what digital culture means to them.
This exhibition has been supported by the Big Give Arts for Impact, Arts Council England, Essex County Council and Colchester City Council.
The artists would like to thank everybody who donated to our Big Give For YAK campaign.
About YAK
Firstsite’s Young Art Kommunity is a peer-led group of young people aged 15 to 25. They meet to create, collaborate and organise events and activities. In a supportive, informal environment, young artists can gain experience, develop their confidence and learn new skills.
Click to explore more of YAK’s previous shows in our exhibition archive
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10am - 5pm
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10am - 5pm
Thursday
10am - 10pm
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10am - 10pm
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10am - 10pm
Sunday
10am - 5pm
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