description: In the early 1970s David Askevold (1940-2008) became a pioneer of conceptual video and photo art with a unique approach that collapsed formal narrative structures in favour of free-flowing image constructions unfolding in a synergy of visual motifs. This pursuit of unexpected connections between image and meaning lent Askevold's work a mystical, and at times overtly paranormal, quality. This rare publication documents an early exhibition of his work. With a biographical sketch and video notes. David Askevold is the subject of a major retrospective exhibition at the National Gallery of Canada, through 2011 and 2012.
language: English
title: David Askevold: Cultural Geographies and Other Works
titlecomplete: David Askevold: Cultural Geographies and Other Works
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publisher: Confederation Centre of the Arts