Here is a summary of what we went over in class as we read Elisabeth Sussman's catalog essay for Invented Worlds.
- Introduction — artist names, title, how the artists work, the main theme (kind of like the "thesis statement" or "elevator pitch" for the exhibition).
- Context — these works were not made in a vacuum, what else was going on? historical context, both within the art world and outside of it.
- Expanding the thesis — talk specifics about the works and how they relate- this is a good place to compare and contrast specific works. Use the works as evidence to support you curatorial mission! Talk about why the works you've included are so great and why viewers should appreciate them.
- Aesthetic & Conceptual — Be sure to touch on both of these areas! What is the artistic intent or concept behind the works? How do the works actually look to the audience- what is the aesthetic experience of the viewer?