In my initial curatorial pitch, Against the System – Artists Who Rejected the Art World, I proposed an exhibition exploring artists who distanced themselves from institutional spaces as an act of resistance. The exhibition aimed to challenge traditional curatorial models by using unconventional spaces such as abandoned factories or hidden rooms within museums, mirroring the […]
This week, our group, The Sleepwalkers, held a meeting at Summerhall to refine our exhibition theme by discussing potential artists and their works. Building on last week’s discussions, we focused on artists whose practices engage with visual perception, media manipulation, and the constructed nature of reality. Through this process, we examined how contemporary artists employ […]
This week, our group The Sleepwalkers engaged in an open discussion to determine our collective curatorial theme. Each member proposed a different idea, leading to a thought-provoking exchange on the intersections of perception, space, and narrative construction. After multiple rounds of discussion and voting, we settled on the theme: “Who Defines Reality?” Proposed Themes & […]
This week’s field trip to Glasgow provided an opportunity to engage with a range of exhibitions and institutions, each offering distinct curatorial approaches. From the historical collections of the Hunterian Museum to the politically charged installations at GoMA, the trip underscored the multifaceted ways in which art institutions engage with contemporary discourse. However, among the […]
This week, I visited the MA CAP pop-opening at Inverleith House, an exhibition that showcased a variety of interactive and thought-provoking works. The show was rich in engagement, encouraging visitors to reflect on themes of nature, history, and accessibility. Many pieces invited participation, blurring the boundary between viewer and artwork. The curatorial approach was particularly […]
Building on last week’s discussion, The Sleepwalkers continue to explore the politics of visibility and space in exhibitions. Our manifesto embraces nomadic, adaptable formats, challenging institutional constraints while engaging audiences in new ways. This fluidity aligns with Raqs Media Collective’s notion that art should exist in a continuous state of redefinition, avoiding fixed boundaries and […]
Engaging with the curatorial and critical reflections of my peers has been a valuable process, allowing me to explore different thematic approaches within contemporary art. I had the opportunity to review Hua Ding’s curatorial proposal on the evolution of Chinese women’s fashion and its connection to social status, as well as Yuexuan Yang’s analysis of […]
Last week, The Sleepwalkers refined our manifesto, deepening our focus on mobility, accessibility, and collective decision-making. Rejecting the static white cube, we embrace a nomadic exhibition format that fosters inclusivity and fluidity, allowing exhibitions to take shape organically in response to their context. Inspired by Claire Bishop’s critique of participatory art (2012), we prioritize process […]
In engaging with decolonial curatorial practices, I have been reflecting on Ruangrupa’s participatory model and its potential application within The Sleepwalkers. Their lumbung (collective sharing) approach provides a compelling counterpoint to Western curatorial structures that often prioritize individual authorship over communal knowledge. However, as I consider integrating overlooked histories and marginalized voices, I am increasingly […]
In my exploration of curatorial strategies for revisiting history, I have begun to question whether history should only be revisited through archives and objects. The traditional archive—filled with institutional records, catalogues, and official documents—often silences subjective, lived experiences. Oral history, in contrast, emerges as a curatorial tool that challenges written authority, emphasizing memory, storytelling, and […]
