In-/Visible Spectrums: How Conceptual Video Art at SOAS Gallery Explores Perception and Impact
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Alexander Leissle
Summary
An exhibition at SOAS Gallery titled "In-/Visible Spectrums" showcases recent works of video artists from the Sino region, exploring how conceptual video art can affect our perception of the world and everyday experiences. The article uses the Archimedes story as a metaphor for observing one's impact on the material world, framing this as a lens through which to understand the exhibition's themes of visibility, perception, and the relationship between art and reality.
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Beyond rudimentary physics, the bigger lesson here is this: observe your impact on the material world, and measure yourself against those effects.
How can conceptual video-art affect the world we inhabit and the way we experience every day?
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