ARTNAUTS: THUS FAR

Opening Reception: 6th June 2024 6-9 pm

‘Providing a Voice’ Community Panel Discussion with Rian Kerrane: 7th June 2024 12:3:30 pm

Northern Ireland exhibition Thus Far Curator Rian Kerrane and Assistant Curator Rebecca Vaughan are excited to share a schedule of social sculptures and performative actions during the Artnauts upcoming exhibition and visit to Derry and Belfast. The curatorial theme Thus Far refers to this moment in time, and all that has led up to the present. It is a moment for reflection, and the present point in a story, or the pause between one breath and the next. It is the time for consideration of a future that starts now.

The social sculptures and performative actions embrace Founder Dr. George Rivera’s practice of Beuysian Social Sculpture. Dr. Rivera has engaged in the practice of social sculpture in each of the 28 years of Artnaut exhibitions. Reflecting the Artnauts' mission of community, connection and engagement, the events are designed to generate discussion about the common experiences that we share with our hosts in Northern Ireland. In addition, all projects are intended to be lightweight, easily transported with materials sourced in our host country, therefore making them site-responsive and personal.