Mirrors of Loneliness

Have you ever felt alone, even surrounded by others? Let’s pause and notice those quiet moments—on busy streets, in cozy cafés, or at home. Reflect on what true connection means to you, and imagine how small acts of kindness can turn isolation into belonging.
All images shown in this exhibition copyright from The Art Institute of Chicago.
Image credits: © The Art Institute of Chicago.
Online exhibition curated by Yuxin Chen, Jinshuo Zhang, Qingxin Ma, Chulan Xiao
MA Art Galleries and Museum Studies, MA Art Management and Heritage Studies,University of Leeds,2025