Agreed. I really don't want to be discussing the connection between Damien Hirst's skull o' diamond's and Cory's work (yes, I know one is about creating the most expensive work of art ever, and the other is about destroying a costly piece of equipment, but they both address the issue Tom raises of making work about their place in the commodity chain.) It's a little depressing.
As far as the discussion about the work being derivative goes I think it's much more valuable to simply consider whether it's an interesting idea or not. My answer to that is no.
That said, I really like the Keystoning piece too. It's a simple elegant gesture.
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As far as the discussion about the work being derivative goes I think it's much more valuable to simply consider whether it's an interesting idea or not. My answer to that is no.
That said, I really like the Keystoning piece too. It's a simple elegant gesture.
- Paddy Johnson 3-29-2007 7:42 pm