Zeitgeist

About the letters in "Zeitgeist!" that seem to emerge more and more
upon viewing - Here's my thoughts: "Zeitgeist!" is more or less a
"freeze-frame" of the pulse and torrential pace of our world where
emerging technology affects virtually every aspect of how we lead our
lives. I think this is especially true in regard to how we
communicate. Sometimes the media and method of delivery overwhelms
the message - television advertising being a prime example. Between
individuals, groups, governments, even nations...how information is
presented can have immediate and lasting effects on how life is led
within a society and culture. In "Zeitgeist!" we see this in
microcosm. There is the rush and blur of colors and forms - each one
demanding your attention while vying for dominance. Beyond that we
see letters and numbers emerging and shifting position. These letters
and numbers suggest - to me - that the basic tool we have to
communicate and gain understanding of how we and others live in
contemporary society is language. Language implies communication.
Communication has the potential to establish bridges to our
understanding one another. I feel there's hope in that. My
understanding of the imagery of "Zeitgeist!" has only become clear
since Kanti Jocelyn-Bisgaard took the digital file and transformed it
from 2D to 3D format. Applying her vision for modifying the existing
design while selecting the kimono silk, printing, quilting, stitching,
and embellishing the piece has given "Zeitgeist!" a new
context...revealing layers of meaning that are at once both subtle and
explicit. I feel blessed to be able to collaborate with an artist of
Kanti's caliber.

Take good care!

James
© 2006 James Michael Lawrence
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James Michael Lawrence
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