Divertissement

This ongoing series of works titled Divertissement explore and consider the process of consumption and changes in perception.   Whether it be uncented air-tree fresheners, bathrugs from Walmart, a latchhook rug from a patern, or a candy machine with wisdom and joy placebo pills, each of these artworks offer a "divertissement."

“Divertissement” is the brief entertainment or diversion, usually between the acts of a play.  During the 17th and 18th century in France, the term implied incidental aspects of an entertainment (usually involving singing and dancing) that might be inserted in an opera or ballet or other stage performance.

In this series Divertissement, each piece explores types of diversions that are all too easy to get distracted by.   In each artwork explores a diversion, shortcut, or cyclical emotion that is commonly exploited for capitalistic gains.  Like commercials, these works are inviting, playful, and game-like in design, but are all placebos.