Date of Award
2023
Document Type
MA Project - Restricted Access (SIA Only)
Project Type
MA Project - Curatorial Proposal
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Contemporary Art
First Advisor
Morgan Falconer
Second Advisor
Agnes Berecz
Abstract
This paper delves into the multifaceted role of memory in contemporary society, examining its historical and artistic significance and how it shapes our personal and generational histories and futures. It also explores the therapeutic value of art as a tool for healing and the consequences of omitting certain memories from the archive.
Additionally, it analyses the impact of technological advances on the modern experience of memory. Drawing on Frances Yates's 'The Art of Memory,' the origins of mnemonic techniques are examined, while David Harvey's 'The Condition of Postmodernity' is referenced to illuminate the ambivalent nature of nostalgia.
Moreover, the nine selected artists showcase a shared theme of introspection on memory, yet each maintains their distinct experiences that delve into various paths, simultaneously connecting and diverging from one another.
Recommended Citation
Oberoi, Olivia, "Memory in a Modern World" (2023). MA Projects. 162.
https://digitalcommons.sia.edu/stu_proj/162