By these underlying definitions of art and craft, this body of work is designed to fail on both counts. The Futensils are designed to align themselves with the devalued term, to fail in ways that subvert the meaning of success. Nevertheless, one could starve on theory alone. Language and utensils are not essential for life but the act of eating is. Still, the body and mind I sustain through this process will eventually fail me.
Failure is built in.
Elaborate construction of dysfunctional utensils points to both the futility and wonder of the process itself. The goal of my deconstruction is not only to point out the lack of definable artistic or craft values but to cultivate awareness of the act of construction. Pieces shown below are Not For Sale. Please contact our Webmaster with questions or comments. Copyright 2000 Robert Canaga Gallery.