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Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe
Guided tour
Twenty-seven teenagers with
a keen interest in contemporary art created a very interesting tour with
intelligent feedback. After a few tips on formalism the art was ready
to be unravelled and with quick responses they weren’t far off the
mark.
Sara Rees's work was obviously making an impression as some of the group
had already wondered what it was prior to the tour. ”We passed the
artwork last week and questioned why it was there and wondered where it
came from because the Marina was full of posh boats and contrasted with
a shack like house thing”, (Harriet and Rhian).
Thomas hit the nail on the head “I think it is a house from the
future, due to population destroying the arctic, big waves will come and
destroy the cities and the survivors will start making houses from things
that they have found and live in them”.
”I love the way the plant growing on it represents new life”,
(Naomi).
The students took time to concentrate on Torsten Lauschmann’s work,
which produced lots of smiles, jumpy reactions and even rhythmic jigs.
“Big and small objects to blend the sounds in together”, (Rachel).
”Using everyday electricity creatively”, (Naomi).
“It’s quite musical and its got beat rhythm mixed together
using old and new technology”, (Alun).
When shown Rhona Byrne’s projection the pupils commented on how
they thought - “it changes your perspective of Swansea”, (Sophie).
“Contrasting the layout of the city to the country”, (Adam).
”Disagree that the artist is using a plane for this work as it pollutes
the atmosphere”, (Alice).
Both Niamh and Milena’s work brought up questions about war and
peace.
When looking at Niamh’s work, Marysia quoted the graffitti artist
Banksey's 'Book on Wall and Peace' in relation to the exposed graffiti
in the sculptural mural. Marysia was also able to decipher the Czechoslovakian
in Milena’s work, which was quite a touching moment e.g. 'Trada'
– a calling for father, 'Kryjteme' – hide yourself/hide me.
Vojta was an emotional piece for Rachel, Lauren, Marysia, Chad and Naomi.
We ended the day with discussions about Rebecca Gould’s work in
the Norwegian Church. The children picking out some excellent observations.
“Is she looking for a hero?”(Nia). “Is she a victim
of fashion from Paris signifying the centre of the fashion world and the
fact that she’s wearing chanel sunglasses?”(Lauren).
“The horse looks like the Trojan horse from Troy”, (Hannah).
“The jacket seems to have patterns just like olive leaves. Just
as the horse was made from olive wood”, (Marysia).
“It is a modern day version of Helen of Troy”, (Sophie).
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