Art Project 4: One Minute Performance
MOTION
For this project, I decided to focus on studying time and motion. I found the readings of the last module really interesting, so I wanted to continue putting them into practice. For my performance, I wanted to do something simple but at the same time meaningful. For me, recording myself while doing homework in the park symbolizes a criticism of the time spent on things that are sometimes not so important. Simultaneously, I wanted my audience to watch how the world goes while I focused for hours on things that may not be as important. While doing homework, I could hear families passing by and enjoying quality time with their loved ones. It made me feel a bit nostalgic. Watching the multiple recorded videos allowed me to see the grass, trees, and clouds, moving as time passed.
At first, I wondered if recording myself doing homework could be considered a performance; however, after reflecting on it, I persisted with my initial idea because there are many thoughts and issues to analyze behind this short video. Finally, I concluded that this is what performance is about, pushing the limits to change the perception of what can be considered art.
I enjoy your musings on whether or not to consider this performance art! It is indeed art. Plenty of others would choose to do homework inside in a protected environment (myself included). Your ability to work in a park is soothing to watch and engage with. Thank you for sharing and creating!
