Afterall Journal Issue 51 Explores Media, Mediation, and Cosmotechnics Through Global Artistic Practices
The release of Afterall Journal Issue 51 on June 1, 2021, signifies a pivotal change for the publication, showcasing a fresh aesthetic along with content initially intended for Issue 50. This edition delves into art historical discussions shaped by theorists such as Friedrich Kittler and Marshall McLuhan, emphasizing the technical and material aspects of art. Yuk Hui, a philosopher, introduces the idea of 'cosmotechnics' as a counterpoint to Western modernity, particularly relevant to regions like Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Featured are Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen and essays by David Teh and Jaimie Baron. An insert from Lifepatch, analyzed by Rosalia Namsai Engchuan, focuses on community art, while Kathleen Ditzig reviews MoMA's International Programme. Additionally, profiles of Rosalind Nashashibi, Christina Kubisch, Jumana Manna, Pat Murphy, and practices from Aotearoa underscore Afterall's dedication to diversifying art narratives beyond the Western perspective.
Key facts
- Afterall Journal Issue 51 was published on June 1, 2021.
- The issue was conceived during an editorial transition and designed by Pacific.
- It explores themes of medium, media, and mediation, referencing theorists Marshall McLuhan and Friedrich Kittler.
- Philosopher Yuk Hui's concept of 'cosmotechnics' is discussed as an alternative to Western modernity.
- Singaporean artist Ho Tzu Nyen is featured, with analyses of works like 'Ten Thousand Tigers' (2014).
- The Yogyakarta-based collective Lifepatch is included, focusing on community art and science.
- Rosalind Nashashibi's filmic works and Christina Kubisch's sound art are examined in artist features.
- The issue concludes with analyses of artists from Palestine, Northern Ireland, and Aotearoa, emphasizing non-Western perspectives.
Entities
Artists
- Ho Tzu Nyen
- Rosalind Nashashibi
- Christina Kubisch
- Jumana Manna
- Pat Murphy
- Rosanna Raymond
- Nikau Hindin
- Edward Steichen
- Omar Amiralay
- Anne Crilly
- Mago Harkin
Institutions
- Afterall Journal
- Pacific
- Museum of Modern Art in New York
- Lifepatch
- Derry Film and Video Workshop
- Samoa House Library
- SaVAge K'lub
Locations
- Singapore
- Southeast Asia
- Yogyakarta
- Indonesia
- Hong Kong
- Syria
- Norway
- Northern Ireland
- Derry
- Aotearoa
- Samoa
- Asia
- Africa
- Latin America
- West
Sources
- Afterall —