How could you capture and transport what it is to be at war? To intellectually and emotionally impact passer by’s is not an easy task. Manaf Halbouni’s proposal does so in such a simple but compelling way. Continue reading
Category Archives: Learn about Art in Public Space
…and a creative city emerged from behind. São Paulo & the creative boom. A case of study.
In 2006 the city major decided to ban outdoor advertising with the will to solve their issues with visual pollution. What had to came afterwards was not on the original plan. Continue reading
I’ve lived… or the magic behind activating the willingness of artistic participation
Artist: Candy Chang (New Orleans, USA) Location of art work: New York Project: Post-it Notes for Neighbors “Post-it Notes for Neighbours” is an interactive installation (inspired by Illegal Art’s To Do project) that asks neighbours to share details about their lives in the city. Questions & answers that create a participative work of art and unveils personal stories. Might the … Continue reading
Vermibus: highjackings ad’s in the name of fine art
Artist: Vermibus Location: Europe Project: Dissolving Europe “Using a dubious inter-rail ticket, Vermibus set out with a set of 90 keys and his pallet of solvents to physically and temporally highjack the western world of advertisements in the name of fine art. Each site is carefully deliberated with its environment, from Rolex boutiques, to archaic museums. The … Continue reading
Drogerini – Park die Kunst!
Since 2005 a former drugstore (Drogerie) in Vienna’s 18th district is used as an openspace and artist´s workshop. In 2012 for several months they converted one third of their project room into a public space accessible 24/7. Instead of the art leaving the exhibition room to the public space to reach a larger audience, the public space … Continue reading
A holistic approach to art mediation. Case of study: elmur
Introduction – Every single detail matters If we understand art mediation as “a strategy to build up a bridge between a specific work of art and its audiences”[1], therefore enhancing the opportunity to facilitate understanding of a particular artwork, it is not difficult to conclude that every specific work of art needs to be analysed … Continue reading
City – Inflammatory state – two months after SURVIVAL Art Review
It’s been almost two months since the meetings of partner organisations and learners attended together in Wrocław, Poland, during the 12th edition of the SURVIVAL Art Review. SURVIVAL is organised each year in a different space, which always shapes the theme and character of it. This year, artists and lecturers were asked to refer to … Continue reading
When art needs no words to talk (Part I): the context factor
When public art needs no words to talk it is because it is able to create an impact by itself. From object to emotion, from concept to captured and materialised idea. But what makes a work of art in the public space a remarkable piece? What are the secrets to connect with wider audiences? Along … Continue reading
The New Rules of Public Art
Originally posted on Public Art Now:
Demand new rules for public art now! An organisation born in Bristol, UK, Situations reimagines what public art can be and where and when it can take place. We like to think and reflect on what happens when the spark of an idea is lit. We test out new…
Urban Design Word-a-day- Landmark
Originally posted on Urban Design Collective:
Urban Design Collective (UDC) is a non-profit organization that works as a collaborative platform for professionals from the fields of Architecture, Urban Design/ Planning to promote livable and sustainable cities through community engagement. Visit their website to learn more about urban design – http://www.urbandesigncollective.org Urban Design Collective View original post Continue reading
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