February 23, 2009: silent critque
We were asked to propose several questions for a presentation of our artworks for a critique from our colleagues. We were to each post our questions in advance.
My questions for this critique are as follows:
1. Can a text heavy website be compelling enough as an artwork for the viewer to take the time needed to reflect on the content?
• Here I was considering whether my colleagues felt that the viewer would take the time required to give my nonsite project a close read.
2. How does this website which can be read anywhere at anytime online relate to an exhibition.
• Here I was reflecting on the difficulty of considering exhibiting a website within the context of an exhibition.
3. How would one present a website appropriately in the context of a large group exhibition- in this case the Camberwell 2009 exhibition?
• This question is self evident.
4. Do you think there should be some particular ‘visual’ aspect or manifestation to this project- beyond the website, for an exhibition?
• Here I was wondering if my colleagues felt that the viewer needed some kind of visual hook within the context of the Camberwell 2009 Summer exhibition in order to consider actually viewing my nonsite project.
I wish I could say that I received thoughtful and considered responses and feedback to my four questions, but sadly I did not.