Now that it’s almost the end of August, I thought I would finally post about the Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrors exhibit that’s currently at the Seattle Art Museum. This art installation was a huge hit all summer long but it’s quickly coming to an end. There’s still some time left to see it but you have to hurry since the last day is September 10!
To be honest, I’m not a very artsy person and I don’t go to museums often. However, this one completely caught my eye with the magical infinity mirrors and playful dots. There are a total of five infinity mirrors and around 60 paintings and sculptures to admire, dating from the 1950s to current date. It was a very unique and cool experience, and I was really lucky that the Seattle Art Museum gave me press tickets so I didn’t have to wait in line.
With only a limited time left to see the Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrors exhibit, Seattle Art Museum is extending its hours during the final week. To make sure you get to experience it before it departs Seattle, below are some dates, hours, and tips to keep in mind!
Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirror Exhibit Hours for Sept 3-10:
- Sunday, September 3: 10 am–5 pm
- Monday, September 4: 10 am–5 pm
- Tuesday, September 5: Closed
- Wednesday, September 6: 10 am–5 pm
- Thursday, September 7: 10 am–11 pm
- Friday, September 8: 10 am–9 pm
- Saturday, September 9: 9 am–5 pm
- Sunday, September 10: 9 am–11 pm
Tips for Visiting the Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrors Exhibit:
- Stand in line for tickets early: It’s been such a popular exhibit that advanced tickets sold out on the very first day they went on sale. If you are planning to visit now, you must arrive early. I recommend standing in line an hour before opening and get timed tickets before they sell out.
- Tickets are timed: Timed tickets are only valid for the assigned time of that day (you get to select the time based on availability). Even if you get tickets early in the morning, you may have to come back later in the day.
- Large bags are not allowed: If you have a small crossbody, this should be fine. But Jeff brought his camera bag and we had to leave it with coat check (which is free but donations are accepted). To save time and avoid another line, leave your larger bags at home.
- Timed infinity mirror rooms: Each infinity mirror room has its own line to enter. Once you get inside, you only get 20-30 seconds with a maximum of three people. I felt like this was too short so I got back in line to re-experience my favorite rooms.
- Camera tip: With only 20-30 seconds in the rooms, we felt super rushed to try to get the perfect shots. Jeff and I don’t have much experience with shooting inside without natural light so we didn’t get the camera settings adjusted once in the rooms. I recommend adjusting your camera and settings before you enter. Also, some of my iPhone photos ended up being the better ones!
- Posing tip: After looking at my photos, I noticed that once we entered the room, we turned sideways a lot. However, the best photos are taken as you walk straight into the room facing forward, like how I did in the very first photo.
- Have fun: With so many lines to endure, don’t forget to have fun and appreciate the art!
After Seattle, the Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrors exhibit is headed to Los Angeles (October 21, 2017–January 1, 2018), Ontario (March 3–May 27, 2018), Cleveland (July 7–September 30, 2018), and then Atlanta (November 18, 2018–February 17, 2019)! I hope you all get to experience this incredible exhibit if you haven’t already!
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Wow such a beautiful place❤️❤️ You look amazingly beautiful Tina
Nistha
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Oh my god, this exhibit looks so cool!
Jennifer
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Ahh wow this looks incredible!! Would have looooved to pay this a visit!
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This is such a great pics!
Have a nice day!
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Wow, amazing photos *o*
This exhibit is stunning! Love the gorgeous photos the infinity mirrors produce!
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I really need to head over to this place. It looks amazing.
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I love all these photos! I visited Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Room at the Broad Museum, and your post just got me excited about seeing her exhibit when it comes to LA in December! Thanks for all the tips on taking photos. I definitely tried both when I was at the Broad, and my phone took much better pictures. Also, it’s nice to see your main squeeze Jeff make an appearance on the blog. You two are so cute together!
-Helen
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Oh wow, this post is an absolutely treat for the eyes – SO much to look at! The first photo in this post is pure magic, and great suggestion to get back in line to re-experince your favourite rooms.
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Wow this place is an instagrammers dream come true!!
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Omg it looks like such an amazing exhibition! Love all the colourful polka dots!
x Emily
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such a beautiful setup, wish I could visit it before it ends !
love your pictures
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those installations are so so cool…
kisses from the sandpit ❤︎
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Wow, as an artist I love post like this. The images you captured of the exhibit are breathtaking and have a magical quality to them. Too bad I do not live close to Seattle because I most definitely would have checked this exhibit out, plus, I’m a huge museum nerd lol.
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This exhibit is so amazing! Each room looks like its own beautiful world…very cool! Great photography!
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That Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrors exhibit is amazing – maybe a little dizzying, but beautiful!!
I love that dress you were wearing and these fab photos –
and those huge pink polka-dotted ball sculptures!
This exhibit looks so nice! I would love to go there but as I’m not leaving in Seattle, it’s complicated! Thank for sharing and I love these photos!
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all kinds of beautiful here, Tina, I love the dalmatian bulbs!!
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Oh my god this is incredible
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Wow! This looks so fun! I don’t go to museums that often either, but this is definitely an exhibit I would enjoy! Thanks for the recommendation 🙂
That place is so cool! Also, your photos are amazing.
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This looks like an incredible exhibit! I wish I was in Seattle! Your photos are amazing!
Jill
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Such an interesting and beautiful art installation. Love your photos dear!
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What beautiful pictures… Seattle is on my bucket list!! Too bad the exhibit is going away!
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♥ Amber
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This is the most beautiful collection of pictures.
Wow! This looks so amazing! I really wish I could come visit just for that beautiful exhibit! soooo cool!
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omg so jealous you saw this, I remember studying her in art school! Her work is amazing
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