Featuring works produced in 1969 by Iain and Ingrid Baxter (N.E. Thing Co.) from when a group of Canadian and American artists, curators, critics and journalists traveled to Inuvik, N.W.T. at the invitation of the Edmonton Art Gallery. The artists executed a variety of outdoor works which were documented on the spot via text and photographs by curator/critic Lucy Lippard.
Catalogue essay by Charity Newburn.
Sixteen Hundred Miles North of Denver. Exhibition catalogue.
Throughout his career, Iain Baxter& has challenged ideas about what art is and what it does. Using everyday objects and processes, Baxter& creates works that engage audiences in contemporary social, political and environmental issues. One of Canada’s most recognized conceptual artists, Baxter& has been taking photographs since the 1950s. While many aspects of his practice have been well documented, especially his N.E. Thing projects with Ingrid Baxter, his straight photographs remain largely unknown. Passing Through includes colour prints, polaroids and duratrans taken between 1958 and 1983, most of which have never been exhibited.
[more]The following is a list of resources related to the artists in Stations: Some Recent Acquisitions. This list is not exhaustive or an official recommendation, but rather comprised of suggested readings compiled by Public Programs, graduate and undergraduate student researchers at the Belkin. These readings are intended to provide additional context for the exhibition and act as springboards for further research or questions stemming from the exhibition, artists and works involved. Resources are arranged by artist, listed alphabetically by last name. This compilation is an evolving and growing list, so check back in the future for more additions.
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