Sunday, 24 January 2010
Once I had gathered sufficient research, and performed several observational experiments, (mostly to test myself, and my reactions to the prospects of deconstructuing or "re-placing" possessions that signified memories) I began to organise my memory box possessions into relatable groups- although this to some extent was self- defeatist within its process of deconstructing habits of collection and hoarding, I had to adhere to a small period of time in which to conduct my site-specific performance pieces, as well as limiting and changeable weather conditions- and chose relevant and meanignful sites and locations in which to "re-place" them.
Over a period of one month during my Christmas holiday at home in the Falkland Islands, I conducted my "re-placement" performances... recording them through photography, sketchbook recording and journalistic entry, as well as by witness participation.
The more I began to 're-place' my memory box possessions, the more relieved I felt, as if a burden had been stripped from my shoulders; and the more resolute my purpose towards self- reconciliation became.
At times I needed others to assist with the transportation or the actual act of 're-placement', at times it was easier to do alone. The effort of preparation, and the mental satisfaction at the completion of the journey and the 'task', made the entire enterprise so vital and relevant to my current vein of artistic practice.
I want to come to terms with the self; to look it in the eyes and say, "I don't accept all of you. But I see you, and I understand"...
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