Vishka Asayesh, actress without compulsory hijab in Paris

When you picture an art exhibition, you probably imagine the white cube filled with works from different artists, or a museum gallery displaying a collection of famous pieces. Both of these are exhibits, but there are endless possibilities for what makes an art exhibition.

Art exhibitions can be displayed virtually anywhere, from white-cube galleries to installations along the boardwalk at your nearest beach. Most exhibitions last for a few days or a week, but some housed in museums last months, and others are permanent installations that remain in place.