«Street Art - The readable city»

Opening
10.2.2006, 7pm

Freiraum, Quartier 21
Museumsquartier Vienna

Street Art can be understood like a language. The exhibition "Street Art - The Readable City" offers "reading" instructions to understand its symbolism. After viewing, visitors will be able to comprehend the dynamic readability of Street Art. They will be prepared for new visual challenges in every day life and will develop a new understanding of the public space.

Installation:
The core of the exhibition is the main installation in the middle of the room which imitates the spot (imitates the way street art is applied, tagged in public space) of Street Art in public space. Objects made and sent in by Street Art artists are displayed (shown). These objects which are disassociated from its context are then displayed a second time at the wall alongside and are complemented by short commentaries of the artists and a photo of a spot of the object in real space.

Studio:
Behind the main installation, a replica of the studio of a Street Art artist provides insight into the production techniques and materials used for Street Art.

Documentation:
The displayed photos in the documentary area clarify the significance of the atmosphere and surroundings used for Street Art. Projected onto the wall is a street map of the immediate vicinity of the exhibition. Locations are marked where one can find and experience Street Art in close proximity to the exhibition. This will inspire visitors to have an expectation and open eye for Street Art in nearby public spaces even after leaving the exhibition.