I plan to respond to Vito Acconci in the way that I believe he would have agreed with. I'm not sure specifically in what way I wish to accomplish this task, but I want to respond to his works in a way that he was truly seeking. There are reactions to his art that are unprofessional and bias. But I truly believe that vito was looking for not one but every reaction he could possibly find. I think that he believed there was always more to be said about his work and that although people would in deed be shocked, their true honesty never emerged.
I would like to delve into a response to his his video where he talks to the camera. All he wanted was an audience and I thought it would be interesting to respond to is statements and in my own way. I want it to seem as if he was talking directly to me. I have not decided on whether I will respond to one or multiple pieces that he has created. I am not sure yet but I may need to appropriate his video.I hope to use this so that there is a direct conversation between him and I.
This is an intriguing idea! I believe you are referring to this video? Will you be responding to the video on screen or will you edit into his video? Either way, I think your appropriation falls under 'fair use' because you are creating a direct commentary on Acconci's work.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, his studio email address is studio@acconci.com if you want to try and write him with questions. You never know, he may respond!