Hello All,
I would like to address (rather late in this discussion)
some pragmatic aspects of art & science collaborations
including project outcomes.
Erich's comment on the public understanding
of art as an aesthetic entertainment leisure value, which
is shared by many scientists is a relevant point in my experience
and should be kept in mind when developing or curating projects.
Re collaboration: over the years, I found that several excellent
collaborative projects/ installations are based on a partnership
between two (sometimes more) lead individuals.
This might be due to the fact that in a personalized (yet
professional) collaboration the often complex navigation
and development process is easier accomplished in a
small group then within a large team.
Regarding exhibitions: some thematic
art/scientific exhibitions might not reflect a
close art&sci collaboration outcome, rather these
showcases reveal differing interpretations of a
particular scientific topic. With these remarks, I would like to echo
Melinda: "does work that is scientifically rigorous always
make the best art? " I subscribe to the storytelling challenge
for the artists in these projects.
nina czegledy
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