This week I went to an art show in Isla Vista, on Fortuna St. This show was unlike any other I’ve ever been to, considering that fact that, first, it was just in a house in IV, and second, that it was the most informal, relaxed, and fun vibe, almost more like a party revolving around the artwork. The theme of the show was to display art that either resulted from, or was inspired by psychedelic drugs. Most of the works in the show aimed to simulate feelings that come with psychedelic drug use. One of the most interesting pieces, done by an artist named Tony, who, not to mention, was walking around the show in a top hat and a circus ringleader’s suit. This untitled piece was completely interactive, and consisted of a seesaw with a big mirror in the middle, so as you bounced up and down you saw an image of yourself, watching your playful reactions. Another interesting piece there consisted of a large projection with remixed images from the film Jesus Camp, and tribal women. The way the clips were edited together, it appeared that the piece was trying to brainwash the viewer, leading to its title, Brainwash. Techno and dub-step played while you watched the images, while, simultaneously, bubbles and lights surrounded you. All of the artists were casually mingling around the show, willing to explain the experience of the piece, guiding the viewers, and all of them, like Tony, were dressed flamboyantly. This show was a “trip” so to speak, and really an enjoyable, wacky experience.
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