Public lecture by Maja and Reuben Fowkes at Turner Contemporary dealing with a pivotal issue for art and sustainability.
A heightened awareness of the ecological consequences of our actions, lifestyles, and everyday choices has rapidly gone from a fringe concern to a mainstream preoccupation, reinforced by the newfound enthusiasm of politicians and the media for green issues. Contemporary artists have in many cases maintained an independent position, showing a willingness to engage with the most radical implications of sustainability for society as well as for artistic practice, while remaining alert to the dangers of coercion, manipulation and social control. This presentation will investigate the ongoing encounter of contemporary art with the quest for ecological citizenship, including the artistic exploration of its deeper ramifications and discussion of the instinctive preference for an ecology of freedom.
l visted the Turner centre being built in Margate kent,in july l was really inpressed with it and now can’t wait for it to open early next spring 2011.
l won tickets on the radio kmfm johnnie lewis morning show l rang him the next day to thank him and tell him how much l enjoyed looking round the centre thanks once again and good luck.
ellen gooch
19 eastchurch rd
margate
kent CT9 3EW
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