Decalcomania
dal 22/9/2011 al 28/10/2011
Segnalato da
Ross Birrell
Adam Burton
Ana Carvalho
Maile Colbert
Lucy Gunning
Dominic Hislop
Matthew Hodson
SeungJung Kim
Darren Norman
Tiago Pereira
Sarah Tripp
Gethin Wyn Jones
Maria Christoforidou
Laura Smith
22/9/2011
Decalcomania
The Exchange, Penzance
An exhibition created through a process of invitation and chance, rather than a theme. The 2 curators invited 2 artists each, who then invited another 2 artists each, as an experiment in non-hierarchical curatorial practice. The 12 participating artists, brought together by what the Surrealists called 'objective chance', present film, sculpture, audio and installation.
A curatorial Experiment
Ross Birrell, Adam Burton, Ana Carvalho, Maile Colbert, Lucy Gunning, Dominic Hislop, Matthew Hodson, SeungJung Kim, Darren Norman, Tiago Pereira, Sarah Tripp and Gethin Wyn Jones.
Decalcomania is an exhibition created through a process of invitation and chance, rather than a theme. Choosing people from their professional or social circles, the two curators invited two artists each, who then invited another two artists each. A total of 12 artists, brought together by what the Surrealists called ‘objective chance’, show film, sculpture, audio and installation.
The process of invitation and collaboration is reinforced by a diverse range of public events. Throughout the exhibition’s duration Decalcomania artists will lead events that invite local artists, musicians, collectives and communities to actively participate in collaboratory workshops, talks, performances and film screenings.
Devised by Maria Christoforidou and Laura Smith as an experiment in non-hierarchical curatorial practice and collaboration, Decalcomania presents work that responds to the process of the project. It showcases the common threads that have filtered through the invited group via a lace of connections highlighting the friendships, negotiations and collective nature of exhibition making and artistic practice.
The exhibition marks a full circle. An experimental project that grew out of Cornwall expanded nationally and internationally returns to form more connections back in Cornwall.
Generously supported by Arts Council England, Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation and Jubilee Wharf.
EVENTS
Curators’ Talk: The Exchange, Saturday 24th Sept, 3pm. Curators Maria Christoforidou and Laura Smith introduce Decalcomania.
Free, donations welcome.
Weekly Events: The Exchange, 23rd Sept – 29th Oct.
Throughout the project Decalcomania will present a varied programme of weekly events, workshops and performances. The twelve artists will each produce an event that builds on their exhibited work, whilst also creating a tangible connection to Cornwall in some way. These exciting events range from audio-visual performances to drawing workshops and from the sharing of South Korean traditions to film screenings.
Visit the project blog for details and updates at http://www.decalcomaniaproject.wordpress.com/
Big Draw: The Exchange, Saturday 22nd Oct 2 - 4pm
As part of this national event join Decalcomania artist Matthew Hodson in a fun exploration of drawing.
“Your hand is magic. The lines you draw belong to you. Making is thinking. Your eyes are always working”
This is a fun workshop for both young and old alike, no previous drawing experience necessary.
Free, donations welcome.
Image: Tiago Pereira
For more information on the show, to request images or artist interviews please contact
Kathy Hill, Marketing Officer, Newlyn Art Gallery & The Exchange Tel: 01736 363715 email: Kathy.hill@newlynartgallery.co.uk
Blair Todd, Exhibitions Curator, Newlyn Art Gallery & The Exchange Tel: 01736 363715 email: blair.todd@newlynartgallery.co.uk
Private view 23 September, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
The Exchange
Princes Street, Penzance, TR18 2NL
Hours:
Monday – Saturday 10am -5pm (to 8th October)
Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm (from 11th October)
Free entrance