Equanimity was shown for the first Studio 1 'Group Crit'. I felt most attempted to 'assert' knowledge (Foucault 2020, 1–153) of the photographic process rather than deconstructing and feedback to 'artworks' (although I do believe that it was given with no ill intent). This response to experimental or alternative modes of photography is commonplace. Contemporary photographer Adam Fuss discusses how the 'technical' is often raised in viewing works stating that 'technical' is irrelevant. Fuss (2011, 00:38) asserts, "We have the illusion that we're going to understand [the image] by a piece of technical information". The artist continues, stating, "I don't see it happen with painting. I don't see people say, 'Hey, did you use a number seven brush and cadmium three'?". Despite coming a long way with being objective in critiques, I grew impatient and frustrated and 'reacted' rather than 'responded', the Group Crit has provided practical prompts to further improve my people skills (which are not my strong point).
Zo Damage, Equanimity, 2022, (IRL) Archival pigment print from scan of original 35mm negative, 1100x360mm
Definition
equanimity
noun
mental or emotional stability or composure, especially under tension or strain; calmness; equilibrium. (dictionary.com)
Keywords
MFA, Studio 1, Equanimity, Group crit, Freeway, 35mm, Film photography
Bibliography
"Definition Of Equanimity". dictionary.com. Accessed April 28, 2022. https://www.dictionary.com/browse/equanimity.
Foucault, Michel. 2020. Power. 3rd ed. UK: Penguin.
Fuss, Adam. 2011. "A&A Portrait - Adam Fuss". 123marketstreet. March 30, 2011. YouTube video, 02:03. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxpeNIN0iRA.