I haven't been very forthcoming when describing my work of late. What I've been doing these past few months has been organizing a performance and show that revolves around America and competition as a value. The show Pecking Order Established is this show, and is an extension of a body of work entitled Play which you can find here http://picasaweb.google.com/jh2301664/PlayExhibition?feat=directlink.
With this entire all encompassing body of work I explore America's competitive nature through sculpture, installation, drawing; and now with Pecking Order Established photography and performance. My intention is to create an intergenerational outlook of play and competition.
With Play I constructed a conceptual playground where children could learn the value of a competitive nature at an early age. Winning on this playground meant everything.
With Pecking Order Established I explore these same values as experienced in adulthood. The sandbox connects childhood with adulthood and represents the need for competition in order to succeed both on the playground and in life.
Last Tuesday, I along with the help of volunteers, put together a staging of what will happen January 5th. You can find the photographs of this staging here: http://picasaweb.google.com/jh2301664/EsveltPerformance?feat=directlink
I hope this gives everyone a better idea of what will be opening on January 12th.
Here is to having a wonderful holiday and Happy New Years!
Best wishes,
-Jay
