The following is a proposal of my work for the degree show. We each presented our work so that we could have an idea of work that could be invasive and keep track of what each person is doing. Everyone seemed happy that this plan was not as invasive as my first ideas, and is a stronger idea too. Unfortunately I then had a tutorial and my tutor prefers the workt hat I have been doing with gallery guides. I shall keep working on both and decide after easter which I would prefer to do.
My work recently has focused on the directional nature of the gallery space. I have looked at how architectural design of the gallery is a major tool in the direction and paths of visitors to galleries, particularly with newer galleries such as the Tate Modern. The use of directional devices seems out of place to me in a space that, in the past, was considered a place to stroll, a place to wander and discover new things, as well as a space to see something specific. I want to get lost in a gallery, to make my own discoveries. These ideas are influenced by visits to the Sir John Soane Museum, a maze of a house full of a variety of types of artwork and artefact. I find that in becoming lost in a museum or gallery you become more immersed in the work that is displayed there.
My floor plans aim to explore different gallery layouts that intend different experiences for the visitor. These include being directed around a space, encouraged to get lost amongst the space, and emphasis on the differences of work on show.
For the degree show I want to draw one of these floor plans, in actual size, onto the floor of the studios. This could be either 207 or 206 or ideally throughout both. The aim of the floor plan is not to curate the works in the exhibition; that would be done however the curating team decided. The aim is to show the possibility of a different type of special layout, which would offer a different experience of a gallery.
Practical Considerations:
• I shall probably use vinyl tape to draw the design on the floor, but I need to find out if this is achievable.
• I do not know what colour it will be yet.
• It will not go on the walls.
• The condition of the floor is something I need to discuss with Sina as well as with everyone in the group.
• Maintenance of the work, I am not sure what I will have to do during the degree show to maintain the piece, if anything. I will know this when I know what material I can use to create my drawing.
