1.The appearance of his work seems to allude to time and process, how is it addressed?
2. What is the importance of large social structures?
3. Does he know Mathew Barney and what is their relationship like?
1. Time is referenced in the actual making of the pieces and also the content. The process of the making of the work is foregrounded to become an integral part of the content. In fact, the true content of the piece is found in the making but he also validates the pieces as art by having a tangible finished product; even if it is temporal. Yanagi's work ends up being very poetic with every aspect of the works being seen as metaphors.
2. Yanagi focuses on hierarchical structures. With one relationship merely being part of a larger grand network built of single relationships. His work deals with the concept of simultaneous existence of the individual identity and social group identity. Simple means are used to explore and understand this hierarchy in which we all are part of.
3. According to the book Mathew Barney graduated from undergrad at Yale in 1989. Yukinori Yanagi started attending Yale in 1988 and graduated in 1990 with a masters in sculpture. It is likely that there is a relationship but there is no further knowledge of this in the book.
THREE MORE:
1. What other manifestations does Yukinori Yanagi's work take, only two pieces are mentioned?
2. Could there be means as efficient in displaying this content without an aspect of performance?
3. Is there more to be learned from this sort of performance based art?
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Artist: Charles Ray
1. How does the use of real things in unexpected places work?
2. Is there any certain message or thought that he is trying to get across?
3. How is representation approached?
1. It creates a sort of surprise. A way of seeing common objects in new context and creating a new idea of what they represent. Achieving what would be hard to do in normal conditions, changes of context help point the viewer into a higher awareness of the object. Perhaps the only way to make viewers to see the mundane is to create a disjunctive quality in the piece.
2. The main idea that seems to come across is the focusing on the commonplace. Ray makes new understandings out of the overlooked, while keeping part of the average, unremarkable charm of the object of divergence.
3. Representation is used because the world that Ray wishes to play with is that of objects. He does not create new objects, only objects that are far enough away from the original to call them art. Of course, the meaning that the objects then possess are also slightly altered to create them anew. It is imperative that representation is used, for without the grounding of reality they would be objects empty of meaning.
THREE MORE...
1. It appears to be that there is little continuity between Ray's work; is there more threads than what i perceive from the text?
2. Does all his work consist of iconic points of departure?
3. Could Ray's work be viewed as personal?
2. Is there any certain message or thought that he is trying to get across?
3. How is representation approached?
1. It creates a sort of surprise. A way of seeing common objects in new context and creating a new idea of what they represent. Achieving what would be hard to do in normal conditions, changes of context help point the viewer into a higher awareness of the object. Perhaps the only way to make viewers to see the mundane is to create a disjunctive quality in the piece.
2. The main idea that seems to come across is the focusing on the commonplace. Ray makes new understandings out of the overlooked, while keeping part of the average, unremarkable charm of the object of divergence.
3. Representation is used because the world that Ray wishes to play with is that of objects. He does not create new objects, only objects that are far enough away from the original to call them art. Of course, the meaning that the objects then possess are also slightly altered to create them anew. It is imperative that representation is used, for without the grounding of reality they would be objects empty of meaning.
THREE MORE...
1. It appears to be that there is little continuity between Ray's work; is there more threads than what i perceive from the text?
2. Does all his work consist of iconic points of departure?
3. Could Ray's work be viewed as personal?
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Site Specific Project
Hypothesis of a Cognative Territorial Asperation, installation. baskets, string, and various detritus
Ultimate Guide: Great Apes discovery channel
Patricia Piccinini
Ultimate Guide: Great Apes discovery channel
Patricia Piccinini
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Class Commentary: 08-04-09
Fieldtrip to Will's:
Making a living off of art is a much different than producing work in the academic world. Will definitely exhibits this very well. While it would be hard to see his work as if produced as a student or teacher, his murals have a small niche that is quite accommodating. It is hard to define for me if his work has value and how it falls into line with the rest of the world of art that I know. His work is much more in line with illustration and other commercial arts. Which brings up the obvious question, "is it art?" To me the answer would be no. Mostly because if I were to produce similar work, I myself would not see it as such. For the most part I think this is an elitist attitude that is rather dumb, but I cannot easily break from this way of thinking. I have had quite a hard time struggling with what exactly I am trying to do with school and my practice. Somehow this relates. There has been definite times this semester when there has been questioning of what I am trying to produce. Influences from outside opinions have mostly destroyed my collected approach and sent me into what is the worst possible state of confusion. The decision has now been made to stop listening to what others say even if they appear to be legitimate and are coming from instructors. Will seems to be very successful at starting on path and staying on it, at least until it is necessary to move on.
Making a living off of art is a much different than producing work in the academic world. Will definitely exhibits this very well. While it would be hard to see his work as if produced as a student or teacher, his murals have a small niche that is quite accommodating. It is hard to define for me if his work has value and how it falls into line with the rest of the world of art that I know. His work is much more in line with illustration and other commercial arts. Which brings up the obvious question, "is it art?" To me the answer would be no. Mostly because if I were to produce similar work, I myself would not see it as such. For the most part I think this is an elitist attitude that is rather dumb, but I cannot easily break from this way of thinking. I have had quite a hard time struggling with what exactly I am trying to do with school and my practice. Somehow this relates. There has been definite times this semester when there has been questioning of what I am trying to produce. Influences from outside opinions have mostly destroyed my collected approach and sent me into what is the worst possible state of confusion. The decision has now been made to stop listening to what others say even if they appear to be legitimate and are coming from instructors. Will seems to be very successful at starting on path and staying on it, at least until it is necessary to move on.
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Class Commentary: 08-04-07
Identity Project Viewing, continued:
Well, today was even more impressive as far as the projects and their appeal. Sarah's piece was unexpected; the way of using a slide show to create a type of rudimentary stop animation was novel, at least to me. The choice of song was very strong. In a way it was a little disappointing to hear that she selected it after hearing it during commercial, but that doesn't take away it's impact while viewing. Nicole's work had a lot of interest in the social aspect of the work. I would have a hard time conceiving work with similar means of social interaction, mostly because I avoid group social interactions where things can be scrutinized. Perhaps it is for the reason that in Nicole's work she took and distorted everything she was given. It was fun but it has a dark side that is slightly subtle. Finally, Jennifer's was my favorite. Jennifer's and Nicole's work had many aspects in common. It was amazingly playful, due mostly to the means of construction. The playfulness contrasted nicely with the darker subject matter. It was a non-serious look at something that is serious but rarely taken seriously. Her method of almost ridiculous aesthetics made the unhumorous stand out.
Well, today was even more impressive as far as the projects and their appeal. Sarah's piece was unexpected; the way of using a slide show to create a type of rudimentary stop animation was novel, at least to me. The choice of song was very strong. In a way it was a little disappointing to hear that she selected it after hearing it during commercial, but that doesn't take away it's impact while viewing. Nicole's work had a lot of interest in the social aspect of the work. I would have a hard time conceiving work with similar means of social interaction, mostly because I avoid group social interactions where things can be scrutinized. Perhaps it is for the reason that in Nicole's work she took and distorted everything she was given. It was fun but it has a dark side that is slightly subtle. Finally, Jennifer's was my favorite. Jennifer's and Nicole's work had many aspects in common. It was amazingly playful, due mostly to the means of construction. The playfulness contrasted nicely with the darker subject matter. It was a non-serious look at something that is serious but rarely taken seriously. Her method of almost ridiculous aesthetics made the unhumorous stand out.
Class Commentary: 08-04-02
Identity Project Viewing:
The work that we viewed today is noticeably stronger than the earlier works this semester. Connections are much stronger between the formal and conceptual dimensions. It also seems that everyone is more engaged in the production. Drakes work was quite interesting in how he was using very modern skills and technology to construct his work. Which it seems that most of the class has bypassed this and gone to a more traditional route(me included). It could potentially date Drake's piece. But it definitely creates a more contemporary and, in a small group, a level of higher social relevancy. After talking to Drake at the brainstorming session, I was interested in the outcome of the final piece. It also reminded me of the work of Sam Durant. I cannot recall the works by Durant exactly or the conceptual aspects, but there are some parallels. Much of what Durant was doing with his sound pieces involved the past and time. Incorporating iconic performances and musicians into new contexts gives Durant's work this feeling of time.
The work that we viewed today is noticeably stronger than the earlier works this semester. Connections are much stronger between the formal and conceptual dimensions. It also seems that everyone is more engaged in the production. Drakes work was quite interesting in how he was using very modern skills and technology to construct his work. Which it seems that most of the class has bypassed this and gone to a more traditional route(me included). It could potentially date Drake's piece. But it definitely creates a more contemporary and, in a small group, a level of higher social relevancy. After talking to Drake at the brainstorming session, I was interested in the outcome of the final piece. It also reminded me of the work of Sam Durant. I cannot recall the works by Durant exactly or the conceptual aspects, but there are some parallels. Much of what Durant was doing with his sound pieces involved the past and time. Incorporating iconic performances and musicians into new contexts gives Durant's work this feeling of time.
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Class Commentary: 08-03-31
Presented: Brandon Boan
Well, first off it would be interesting to say that at least two people I know have taken classes with him in the past. My first experience seeing Brandon was mere minutes before class when I passed him in Architecture's hall. He obviously was not a architecture student, but I wasn't sure where he belonged. It was quite a surprise to see him walk into the class with Malena and it seemed to add up that he would be coming to our class. It was interesting to hear him speak, he was quite good at articulating ideas. Brandon's work was not quite as impressive but still was interesting also. Speaking to Todd Payne, I mentioned Brandon's speaking ability. Todd said that, in his classes that he was in with him, he also was very well spoken but his work was not to the level of his speaking ability. Which brings me to the thought, which is more important: successfully speaking about your work or successful work. Both seem to rely on each other. If I was going to have to say one I would have to say that speaking is more important as a strength. It is harder to have someone promote for you than to have help in the creation of works. In a way you would be directing and supervising which could have it's advantages.
Well, first off it would be interesting to say that at least two people I know have taken classes with him in the past. My first experience seeing Brandon was mere minutes before class when I passed him in Architecture's hall. He obviously was not a architecture student, but I wasn't sure where he belonged. It was quite a surprise to see him walk into the class with Malena and it seemed to add up that he would be coming to our class. It was interesting to hear him speak, he was quite good at articulating ideas. Brandon's work was not quite as impressive but still was interesting also. Speaking to Todd Payne, I mentioned Brandon's speaking ability. Todd said that, in his classes that he was in with him, he also was very well spoken but his work was not to the level of his speaking ability. Which brings me to the thought, which is more important: successfully speaking about your work or successful work. Both seem to rely on each other. If I was going to have to say one I would have to say that speaking is more important as a strength. It is harder to have someone promote for you than to have help in the creation of works. In a way you would be directing and supervising which could have it's advantages.
Class Commentary: 08-03-19
Brainstorming:
Well, I didn't get much feedback from this; mostly because the difficulty of verbalizing a medium and concept I don't fully understand. At the time of the discussion, the technical aspect of video making was preoccupying most of my thoughts. The previous Two days before I was trying to figure out how to get the video, that I had recorded, transfered to my computer for editing. After researching my problem I discovered that the camera that I was using was poorly designed and lacked the most readily available method of transfer. The firewire connection was only made to upload still pictures and not video. Checking a video camera from the library was out of the question; I would have to keep it for at least a few days. Finally, I was able to acquire a camera and started my production.
Well, I didn't get much feedback from this; mostly because the difficulty of verbalizing a medium and concept I don't fully understand. At the time of the discussion, the technical aspect of video making was preoccupying most of my thoughts. The previous Two days before I was trying to figure out how to get the video, that I had recorded, transfered to my computer for editing. After researching my problem I discovered that the camera that I was using was poorly designed and lacked the most readily available method of transfer. The firewire connection was only made to upload still pictures and not video. Checking a video camera from the library was out of the question; I would have to keep it for at least a few days. Finally, I was able to acquire a camera and started my production.
Class Commentary: 08-03-17
Mcoll Center Fieldtrip:
It was nice to see work with the primary mode of communication being expression through physical interaction. Some works were more effective than others. My favorite being the pieces where the painted areas were touched to produce sound. To touch the painted areas was to create unexpected results; only by playing could you try to determine what was going to happen. Distilled is the very essence of childlike learning. Through trial and error results are hypothesized then tested until results are considered certain. The success of the pieces relied certainly on the attraction of touch and feedback, which is able to keep the viewer entranced long enough for the process of learning to take place.
It was nice to see work with the primary mode of communication being expression through physical interaction. Some works were more effective than others. My favorite being the pieces where the painted areas were touched to produce sound. To touch the painted areas was to create unexpected results; only by playing could you try to determine what was going to happen. Distilled is the very essence of childlike learning. Through trial and error results are hypothesized then tested until results are considered certain. The success of the pieces relied certainly on the attraction of touch and feedback, which is able to keep the viewer entranced long enough for the process of learning to take place.
Friday, April 4, 2008
Class Commentary: 08-03-12
Playfulness is where Tim Hawkinson's work emerges from. To counteract the full effect of childlike fun there are elements of darkness. In Überorgan the soft billowing forms exude the idea of fun, but with scale there is a menacing take over of space that creates an uncanny feeling. Scale has thrown the piece into a monster that cannot be fully comprehended and understood. It is if a mad scientist had created this monster, just as Frankenstein created his, by combining flesh with technology with the results being a hybrid without a true reason for being or soul. Which brings the name of the piece into focus, Überorgan. Hawkinson has directly referenced the body; he has created a superbeing's body part. Running continuously without fault of exhaustion, better than human, but ultimately this leads to its fault.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Class Commentary: 08-03-10
Joshua Kinberg's project is quite amazing. I had flashbacks of anger when I saw him getting arrested. The the intent of the law was definitely not followed. Through such simple means he was able to say things in a way that was much more effective than the use of other methods. Evidence of that is clear in the interest that the police showed, otherwise, they would have left him alone. The combination of interactive technology and novel presentation brought the ideas expressed to a higher level of communication. A more effective way of communicating thoughts that would likely be ignored if expressed in traditional means. Kinberg's method involving mechanics, computers and general engineering seemed to brings validity just by the effort spent in design and production.
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