www.avnetwork.com: An art / tech riddle: What has traveled to more than 15 countries, retained its inherent structure, yet changes appearance and presentation each time it is seen? The answer: renowned artist Isaac Julien’s epic nine-screen multi-media installation “Ten Thousand Waves,” receiving its U.S. debut in NYC’s famed Museum of Modern Art.
Powered by nine Christie M-Series three-chip DLP projectors, this “site-specific” piece is a unique medley of film (satellite, super 16mm, HD green screen recreations of Maggie Cheung portraying the Goddess Mazu) and sound (original ambient score with contributions by Jah Wobble, the Chinese Dub Orchestra, and Maria de Alvear).
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I want to go to the MoMA! This piece sounds super intriguing. Not only does it seem like a very important and powerful story, but it's done in a very innovative way. I was wondering if the projection screens are the same sort of thing as the back projection screen in the Chosky, because I used that in my playground piece and it really did create a wonderfully clear image! check out this video of the installation! http://press.moma.org/2013/06/isaac-julien-ten-thousand-waves/
I am usually skeptical of art exhibits that are all media, but the picture looks particularly cool; the layout and the scale of the screens seem to powerful which would be appropriate considering the content shown. It is really cool that the MoMA is such a leading force in displaying new technology and this case is no exception. It is interesting to read of how they dealt with filling a white space. White spaces are traditionally quiet spaces for static art, not usually too conducive for projections as the article mention. It is cool that the museum got their hands on such powerful projectors.
This was a solid article. I really like the way it incorporates rigging, sound, and projections but applied to another platform than theatre, museum exhibition. I find it fascinating to get a glimpse into the constraints and process of identifying challenges and selecting equipment to solve these problems. I was particularly impressed by the discussion on the rigging of the screens and projectors because I forget that not all buildings are created equal when it comes to structural strength. I am also very impressed that MoMA has such a diverse and talented team. It really shows how great the institution is and how dedicated they are to exhibiting the highest quality of art. I am disappointed the installation has left MoMA but I hope it touches others elsewhere.
The piece itself looks really well done, but I am more fascinated by the story. How does one become compelled to create an extremely innovative art exhibit about an obscure fishing disaster. I didn't even know what a cockle was until I looked it up and read the Wikipedia page on the "2004 Morecambe Bay Cockling Disaster," and although the story is sad, it does not strike me as an extremely important or uncommon part of world history to be commemorated in such an art piece. I would love to learn more about the artists motivations in creating the piece.
The MOMA once again continues its dedication to new and powerful art. This piece not only looks wonderful and beautiful but seems like a real insight into the human mind. I really like the idea of non-linear art. I think too often we are trapped into thinking that life and art should be a straight line, like train tracks, when in fact its something much more ephemeral. I really want to go see this installation!
This seems as though it should be considered a theatrical experience more so than an art exhibit. Walking through this exhibit would be more of a show than just walking through a simple art museum. I would love to visit and just be enveloped in what is moving and talking around me. It almost seems as though it is its own living entity.
This exhibit looks like one I wold actually go and see. It looks like a nice collection of captivating media. I think the idea of non-linear art is particularly captivating. I love art where the method of viewing is left up tho the viewer because that makes the art personal to the individual viewing it. It is a shame that it is gone now but I will still have to look this up and learn more about it.
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