Installation
The word Installation refers to the artistic practice or organizing objects in relation to their surroundings. Whether inside or outside, whether architectural or landscape-oriented, site-specific art initially takes the "site" as an actual location, a tangible reality, its identity composed of a unique combination of physical elements: length, depth, height, texture, and shape of walls and rooms; scale and proportion of plazas, buildings, or parks; existing conditions of lighting, ventilation, traffic patterns; distinctive topographical features. In this recognition it becomes an integral component of the work. It can be large or small.
Students will examine through research and practice the components of installation art and produce a site-specific work demonstrating the successful resolution of installation procedures. The focus of the assignment is the relationship between object(s) and space, wherein the artist is in control of, or makes decisions regarding, both. What you make/choose is dependent upon where you put it and vice-versa. These components are interdependent.
When considering a site, ask yourself:
What purpose does the site have? Who experiences it? What is its history? What would you like to say.
The answers to these questions will lead to subject matter.
A considered choice of location and planning is necessary for the completion of this assignment. Students should select a site based on the formal and or conceptual parameters posed within their project. Research is key. Sites to consider include, but are not restricted to, on-campus, within the classroom, art department or gallery, home, outdoors, etc. Consult with the instructor before installing work on campus, in case special permission will most likely be required.
Experimentation with media is encouraged.
Artists for reference:
Richard Serr
Christo and Jean-Claude
Donald Judd
James Turrell
Yayoi Kusama
Barbara Kruger
Andy Goldsworthy
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