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04. Artist communities and individualism – Sept 27th 2024
Anna Stump
Artist with a residency in the Mojave Desert, California, and countless other projects https://www.annastump.com/Esra Nesipoğulları
Artist and professional architect in Milan. Passionate about activism, culture, and visual languages.
https://esranesipogullari.com/Pigsy
Enid and Ciaran, the duo behind Pigsy who isn’t alone in its head. Currently traveling in Jalisco, Mexico.
https://pigsy.art/Taaye
Artist and parrot companion based in Vancouver. Exploring cockatoos with monotype and Nihonga techniques.
https://www.taaye.art/Rafael Lanfranco
Artist with an entire universe of living Wakos, based in Lima, Peru.
https://www.instagram.com/rafa.lanfranco/Sep 27, 2024
Summary
Traveling Artist’s Experiences
Ciaran, also known as Pigsy, is currently in Ajik, Mexico, and will start a residency in two weeks. He has been traveling frequently, experiencing different cultures and observing their impact on her mental state and work. The group discussed the art scene in Mexico. Pigsy and Taaye talked about Pigsy’s painting practice and the challenges of traveling with art materials, including the need to constantly pack, unpack, and set up a new studio space.
Desert Art Residency
Anna discussed her art residency program in the desert, which provides artists with space to live and interact with the unique landscape. She shared an example of an artist who changed their project entirely due to the desert environment. Anna mentioned a new project converting an old milk truck into a gallery. Very asked about an address change related to the mini golf course project. Taaye enjoyed visiting Anna’s desert property and described it as a beautiful space. Many artists have moved to the desert due to high LA rents. Anna provides space for artists based on their preferences and Very connected the holiday to benefiting art practice through its spiritual nature.
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Artist residency in Mojave https://www.desertdairy.com/
Discussing Projects, Work Challenges, and Residency
Greg initiated a discussion about potential projects or community aspects to discuss. Pigsy and Esra, both architects, shared their current work situations and challenges. Esra, who is currently dealing with residency permit issues, expressed a desire to participate in an artist residency program outside of Italy. Pigsy shared his preference for working alone but also appreciating community-based projects.
Exploring Artistic Inspiration and Flexibility
Pigsy discussed his approach to art-making, emphasizing the importance of being flexible and open to inspiration from various sources, including meditation and observing the world around him. He shared his experience of creating “Black Room Paintings” in a dark room with meditative music, which allowed him to tap into his emotions and create unique pieces. Pigsy also mentioned an Irish artist, Patrick Graham, who is known for his location-based paintings. Esra found Pigsy’s approach to art-making intriguing and expressed interest in learning more about these artists.
Art, Science, and Personal Relationships
The participants discussed their personal relationships with art, with a focus on the intersection of art and science. Anna shared her partner’s involvement in an exhibition sponsored by the Getty, which combined art and medicine. The panel discussion they attended highlighted the differences between academic and grounded approaches to art. The conversation also touched on the accessibility of art and its impact on real life.
Art, Society, and the Digital Age
The participants discussed the elitist, ableist, and ageist nature of the art world, and how artists can impact society through their visual language. They explored the tension between individuality and contributing to the community, and the role of artists in the digital age, particularly in relation to big firms using AI to produce images. The conversation also touched on the legacy of Walt Disney, an artist who transitioned into creating communities and cities, and how his legacy has evolved into a massive corporation. The discussion ended with a sense of intrigue and uncertainty about the future of artists in the digital world.
Artist Roles in Communities
The meeting revolved around the role of artists within communities, with anna sharing her experiences as a leader and supporter in various artist communities. The discussion highlighted the importance of collective support and the misconception that artists are inherently selfish or introverted. Pigsy expressed his struggle with understanding the concept of self within a collective community and the potential for ideas to get watered down when shared with others. Taaye agreed with Pigsy’s points, while Esra brought up the issue of income diversity and the potential for a lack of community within a capitalist system.
Non-Profit Organizations, Decision-Making, and Risk
The discussion revolved around the nature of non-profit organizations and the role of money in decision-making processes. Pigsy and Esra discussed the importance of making decisions in architecture and design teams, even if they are not always right. They also touched on the issue of risk and reward in business, with Pigsy noting that the risk-reward balance is often unbalanced in architecture. Taaye added that this imbalance is not unique to architecture, but is a common issue in all businesses.
Target Audience Perception and Value
The team discussed understanding their target audience’s perception of value and the potential of offering lower-cost art prints. They reflected on a $3,000 art purchase, questioning its worth. They agreed to identify their “pond” and adapt their approach based on the audience’s financial capabilities. Taaye shared insights from an Asia workshop on professionalism and making positive first impressions through appearance and personality.
Preconceived Notions in Hiring Decisions
Taaye and Pigsy discussed the importance of looking beyond superficial appearances when assessing a person’s suitability for a job. They agreed that it’s crucial to challenge one’s own preconceived notions and consider the individual’s actual skills and abilities. Pigsy shared her personal experience of hiring a curator who was initially perceived as lazy but turned out to be excellent at providing honest feedback. They concluded that while first impressions can be indicative of a person’s work ethic, it’s essential not to judge solely based on appearance.
Art and Design Market Differences Discussed
Pigsy and Taaye discussed the differences in the art and design market between Asia and North America. Taaye, who has a Western background but has spent time in Hong Kong and Taiwan, shared his observations that the Hong Kong market is more focused on money, with a 30% conversation about art and 70% about money. He also noted that the Hong Kong market is more lavish compared to North America. Pigsy expressed interest in the psychology of the market, and Very suggested reading a book by Francois Julian for a different perspective. The conversation ended with Very promising to send an email with a potential solution for Taaye
Links:
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Artist residency in Madrid https://veryprivategallery.com/artist-residency-open-call/
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François Jullien “Pensée d’un dehors” isn’t in English. But you can find his translated bibliography here https://association.decoincidences.fr/travail-francois-jullien-langue-anglaise
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James Elkins “Is Art History Global”
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Patrick Graham https://www.artnet.com/artists/patrick-graham/biography
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