EXHIBITION

Frida Kahlo: The Life of An Icon

Step into the incredible world of Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo, and discover how she became one of today’s most influential cultural icons representing resilience, diversity and self-empowerment.

Frida Kahlo: The Life of an Icon is an immersive biographical exhibition charting the life and work of Frida Kahlo—one of the most influential women artists of the 20th century—widely recognised for her uncompromising and vibrant self-portraits.

Find yourself transported into Frida Kahlo’s life as you explore eight thematic spaces. Discover the many faces of Frida Kahlo through photographs, films, interactive installations, 360-degree projections and creative visitor activation spaces—all bringing Frida Kahlo’s paintings and story to life.

Wander through the exhibition and prepare to be fully immersed in the pivotal, vibrant and inspirational moments of Frida Kahlo’s life as you uncover her passions, talents and the adversities she overcame.

This exhibition celebrates the incredible life of Frida Kahlo, honouring the talented woman whose perseverance, rebellion and courage continues to be an inspiration for many.

Frida Kahlo: The Life of an Icon is produced by Layers of Reality and Frida Kahlo Corporation.

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The Altar

Exhibition view of The Altar at IDEAL Centre D’Arts Digitals, Barcelona, 2022. Courtesy of Layers of Reality.
The Accident

Exhibition view of The Instant at IDEAL Centre D’Arts Digitals, Barcelona, 2022. Courtesy of Layers of Reality.
The Dream

Exhibition view of The Dream at IDEAL Centre D’Arts Digitals, Barcelona, 2022. Courtesy of Layers of Reality.
Endless Symbology

Exhibition view of Endless Symbology at IDEAL Centre D’Arts Digitals, Barcelona, 2022. Courtesy of Layers of Reality.
La Rosita

Exhibition view of La Rosita at IDEAL Centre D’Arts Digitals, Barcelona, 2022. Courtesy of Layers of Reality.
Immersive Biography

Exhibition view of Immersive Biography at IDEAL Centre D’Arts Digitals, Barcelona, 2022. Courtesy of Layers of Reality.

Opening Programmes

Opening Symposium
Guided Tours
Film Screenings

Hope and Defiance – Frida Kahlo Opening Symposium

4 May (Sat), 2pm
Level 4, ArtScience Cinema
Ticketed Admission: S$10

Hope and Defiance – Frida Kahlo Opening Symposium draws us into the intimate universe of Frida Kahlo, exploring the life, art and enduring legacy of one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century.

Featuring Kahlo scholars, fashion curators, artists and exhibition producers, the programme discusses how Kahlo’s artistic practice, ideology and sartorial identity were shaped by her cultural heritage and experience of gender and disability. It further delves into the ideas, universal themes and emotions generated around Kahlo as an iconic figure to consider her profound impact that extends beyond the art world.

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Tue, 4pm, from 7 May
Basement 2, Exhibition Galleries

Immerse yourself in the cultural phenomena that is Frida Kahlo. Join our Education Specialist on a tour of Frida Kahlo: The Life of an Icon and Laid Bare: Frida’s Inner World to learn about the Mexican artist’s life, works and legacy.

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Our Partners

Layers of Reality

Layers of Reality is an extended reality content creation studio that creates memorable, meaningful and transformative experiences for as many people as possible, regardless of technological knowledge, age and social background.

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Frida Kahlo Corporation

Frida Kahlo Corporation is dedicated to educating, sharing and preserving the legacy and image of Frida Kahlo.

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