Braiding Friction

braiding friction

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and postponed activities, Biofriction has set up a series of Working Groups and online events to instigate an informed discussion on the current situation and possible scenarios.

What does it mean to be acting in accordance with to “flatten” the mathematically constructed curve? Speculatively, it seems a little reminiscent of aspiring for the best possible version of the present. What is the role of art in the unpacking/understanding of the now? How can art mobilise a better understanding of possible futures? How can art spaces be prepared to respond to this possible pendulum of cyclical outbreaks? What alliances can be woven in this context of precariousness, life, death, and malaise?

During May, June and July, four groups are working on these and other specific questions and concerns arising from the current situation.

 

WORKING GROUPS:

Non Living Queerings

Aero-sol-nauts

Phagelogies

Art Shows and Public Health

 

CALENDAR/PRESENTATIONS: 

1st Presentation and introduction to the working groups

Tuesday, 2, June 18h (CET)

Wednesday, 17, June 18h (CET)

Friday, 10, July 20h (CET)

Wednesday, 15, July 18h (CET)

Thursday, 23, July 18h (CET)