"Sophie Whettnall (at) Work" by Marina Abramovic

Sophie Whettnall (at) Work Marina Abramovic, Emiliano Battista, Carine Fol, Scott Samuelson, Sophie Whettnall

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Format:: Paperback
Publication date:: 07 May 2019
ISBN:: 9780300233278
Imprint:: Mercatorfonds
Dimensions:: 208 pages: 318 x 229mm
Illustrations:: 200 color + b-w illus.

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This unconventional publication explores the process of making art through the work and studio practice of Sophie Whettnall (b. 1973), a contemporary Belgian artist whose works range from video art, installation, and performance to sculpture and drawing. In addition to copious illustrations of Whettnall’s artwork that highlight its relationship to the studio and the artist’s creative process, the book features three conversations. The first, between Whettnall and fellow artist Marina Abramovic, explores transmission, violence, and femininity. The second, between Emiliano Battista and Scott Samuelson, situates Whettnall’s work and practice in the broader context of contemporary art and the theoretical framework that shapes it. In the third, Carine Fol and Whettnall share with the reader the behind-the-scenes discussions and decisions that go into the mounting of an exhibition.

Marina Abramovic is a Serbian performance artist. Emiliano Battista is a philosopher and bookmaker. Carine Fol is artistic director of CENTRALE for contemporary art, Brussels. Scott Samuelson is professor of philosophy at Kirkwood Community College.