Brenden Jamison

Today I went to the Brenden Jamison lecture today and I have to say I was less than impressed. Jamison presented his work in four parts, organized by material-but he never really got into any single work. Although I saw the works playful and visually interesting, I could not derive any strong conceptual rigor in the works. I did not understand why he chose the forms he did, or why he chose his materials. Although he expressed his personal interest in the wool or sugar cubes, I couldn't understand the need for those specific materials. I also couldn't see much in the waxed construction equipment beyond his personal fascination. In any case, I will be sure to look at the ArtFlex residency program he promoted.