Gillick's work often explores the relationship between art, architecture, and social interaction. Discussion Island creates a physical and conceptual space for dialogue, reflecting Relational Aesthetics' emphasis on communication and exchange. It's less about the physical object and more about the potential for interaction it facilitates.
Born: 1964, Aylesbury, England
Nationality: British
Style: Relational Aesthetics, Conceptual Art
Influences: Modernist architecture, critical theory, social systems
Major Exhibitions: "Discussion Island: Projected Think Tank" (1997), "The Wood Way" (2002), "Everything Must Go" (2008)
Quote: "I'm interested in the way art can function as a catalyst for social change."
Website: https://www.liamgillick.info/
This work consists of a platform or structure, often made of Plexiglas and aluminum, that serves as a designated space for conversation and discussion. The structure is often accompanied by texts or diagrams that relate to social and political issues.
