Ian Stedman
I am not sure if i would call my self an artist, I am still searching for an artist who, in their creation of art, attempts to fully plan for and predict the audience’s response. My ideal artist would not merely fashion a scenario and skillfully anticipate the variety of reactions that may befall his work, but moreover would have designed a leitmotiv to his work based on these anticipated reactions. Historically, my work reminds me more of a battle or what a con artist would call, “the Long Con” rather than a particular artist. In both of these situations the victor is more often the one who can predict and counter his opponent’s moves, much like the game of chess. I deliberately force my viewer into situations in which she is required to make decisions. To her chagrin, she is unaware that the path she chooses has been pre-determined for her, as human nature dictates the actions we all take.
Though my work is not limited to one certain material, I find that the continuing theme of redirection and uncertainty continues to take place. By taking everyday objects and giving them a novel use, I allow and encourage my viewer to alter her gaze, thereby broadening her view of reality and possibility.
I am not sure if i would call my self an artist, I am still searching for an artist who, in their creation of art, attempts to fully plan for and predict the audience’s response. My ideal artist would not merely fashion a scenario and skillfully anticipate the variety of reactions that may befall his work, but moreover would have designed a leitmotiv to his work based on these anticipated reactions. Historically, my work reminds me more of a battle or what a con artist would call, “the Long Con” rather than a particular artist. In both of these situations the victor is more often the one who can predict and counter his opponent’s moves, much like the game of chess. I deliberately force my viewer into situations in which she is required to make decisions. To her chagrin, she is unaware that the path she chooses has been pre-determined for her, as human nature dictates the actions we all take.
Though my work is not limited to one certain material, I find that the continuing theme of redirection and uncertainty continues to take place. By taking everyday objects and giving them a novel use, I allow and encourage my viewer to alter her gaze, thereby broadening her view of reality and possibility.
