Hello and welcome to this new blog, which documents the conception, discussion, development and progression of GLINT. This project was established in October 2018 and can be viewed here: www.instagram.com/glintproject
Here is how I have introduced myself and the project to the artists involved so far:
Definition: GLINT /ɡlɪnt/
noun
1. a small flash of light, especially a reflected one
Glint explores the circumstance of inspiration. Not so much what inspires the artist, but under what circumstances the work is conceived. I am interested in the moments of clarity which occur between otherwise mundane/academic/corporate/domestic/chaotic/… activity. How work exists alongside, within and between everything else.
WHO
Artists (in particular) for whom a significant part of their week involves doing something other than making art; be that teaching, other paid work, academic study, caring for children/family members etc. I acknowledge that for some/many, their art practice may be embedded in these alternative activities – which is fine!
WHAT
Glint exists on Instagram. Each artist will take over the account for a month and photographically document the moment when the work is conceived. This will vary from person to person. For some, this moment could be when the idea is formed, during some otherwise unrelated activity; or during the act of making work, when the work becomes the work. In both cases, the photo will be of something that represents that moment, in whatever way the artist chooses.
WHEN
GLINT began in October 2018 and for its first year focused on UK based artists. For year 2, GLINT will involve artists based outside of the UK.
HOW
Artists will need to have a smartphone and the Instagram app – although, not having these things will not necessarily be a barrier. I will market and administrate the project.
WHY
I have always been interested in how and why art comes into existence; I would like to explore this thought outside of my own experience. I am interested in exploring the diversity of art practice, acknowledging that it extends beyond the conventions of the studio.
