Against Ambience diagnoses - in order to cure - the art worlds recent turn toward ambience. Over the course of three short months - June to September; 2013 - the four most prestigious museums in New York indulged the ambience of sound and light: James Turrell at the Guggenheim; Soundings at MoMA; Robert Irwin at the Whitney; and Janet Cardiff at the Met. In addition; two notable shows at smaller galleries indicate that this is not simply a major-donor movement. Collectively; these shows constitute a proposal about what we want from art in 2013. Its impossible to play possum. While were in the soft embrace of light; the NSA and Facebook are still collecting our data; the money in our bank accounts is still being used to fund who-knows-what without our knowledge or consent; the government we elected is still imprisoning and targeting people with whom we have no beef. We deserve an art that is the equal of our information age. Not one that parrots the ages self-assertions or modes of dissemination; but an art that is hyper-aware; vigilant; active; engaged; and informed. We are now one hundred years clear of Duchamps first readymades. So why should we find ourselves so thoroughly in thrall to ambience? Against Ambience argues for an art that acknowledges its own methods and intentions; its own position in the structures of cultural power and persuasion. Rather than the warm glow of light or the soothing wash of sound; Against Ambience proposes an art that cracks the surface of our prevailing patterns of encounter; initiating productive disruptions and deconstructions.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Holy Crap What a Story!By Chris M.Wow! I Love reading stories of success. This is by far my Favorite to date. Think you had a screwed up childhood; "Now I realize that picking out music to accompany your mom when she takes off her clothes in front of strangers is kind of weird..." This guys story reads like what not to do with your kids. Still Bang Bang shows life is what you make of it; he takes all his "early lessons" and turn them into fuel for his fire. This kid Worked Hard for what he has. People wonder what is the magic answer to success over and over story after story show intense Focus and Desire coupled with Hard work=Success. From Micheal Jordan to Steve Jobs to Bang Bang; yes he fits in with these Top performers; Vogue magazine called Bang Bang the Most Famous Tattoo artist in the world at only 29 years old. From small town boy to tattooing and hanging with Rhianna; Katy Perry; Cara Delevingne; Justine Bieber; and Adele...This is a Must Read for anyone but especially for those young kids out there who need some inspiration! Focus Focus Focus!!!7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Follow your path; pursue excellenceBy GonzaloThis is more than a collection of memoirs. This book is a great read and also inspires you to follow your passion.The story is unique; but not unfamilure. Keith takes us on a journey that shows us how to follow our inner journey. Opportunities come to everyone; and Keith talks to us about how he followed his passion for art and had it lead to more than just a career.The stories; artwork and message are well worth the read.Enjoy!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Amazing!By fredamansWhat a life; and he is still pretty young yet. This guy tattoos everyone you can think of. My fave was Lenny Kravitz. He also tattoos non-famous people too though. Still; to be so young; accomplished in his craft; and a legend already.... Kevin McCurdy has definitely arrived.I love the tattoos I have. When I read about artists like Bang Bang; it makes me love them even more. He said something that is resonating through me about tattooing women and how you need to accentuate the beauty; not subtract from it. Thats so true. Its all about placement; especially on a woman. Im a chick with 9 tattoos; but I still like to glam out and go to fine dining restaurants. Tattoos on a woman need to be balanced so they dont take away from your femininity. Bang Bang has mastered this art! He may be among the best in the business; but he strives for better constantly. He never stops learning or challenging himself as an artist. Thats why hes a legend.Tattoo fans; read this! Enjoy the wicked photos of his and other artists work. You will be blown away. Of that I guarantee.
