Pythagoras Unchained

Abstract

Recounts the author’s trajectory in the Masters of Fine Arts program. Describes the nature of his early practice in interactive sound art and its later development into sculptural, performative and social forms. Key theoretical influences in this development are identified and discussed in detail. In particular the writings of the philosopher Jacques Rancière and cricic Claire Bishop are discussed, as well as the work of artists William Pope.L, Joar Nango and Thomas Hirschhorn.