“These are very different events, as the Hypnotic Show is an internal experience project, while the one next week is more of a conceptual option,” – 15min said R. Malašauskas.
In a short interview with the artist, we talked about the main idea behind his show that took place on Thursday.
– As far as I could read, “Hypnotic Show” is a surrealistic simulation of participation in an exhibition. What is this show really about?
– This work started working in 2008, it has changed over time and continues to change. In the beginning, it was a desire to curate an exhibition in the viewer’s (sub)consciousness, then I invited artists to propose projects, later Marcos Luytens and I switched to my book and used it as a source of stories. This book was published many years ago and it contains all kinds of plots and elements that Marcos turned into the basis of those experiences, so in the subsequent “Hypnotic Show” we no longer virtually take people to a gallery or a museum, but invite them to experiences, meetings with themselves in the future.
– But in the beginning it was a criticism of the art world?
– Yes indeed. I wanted to do a project that would follow completely different rules and would not require objectivity, materiality, insurance of works, transportation, well, except for people’s travels. So, it was a critique of the objectivity of gallery art, but at the same time a desire to present experiences in the simplest ways – through voice, being at the same time with someone else, creating an aesthetic, intellectual and emotional experience.
– If you had to criticize the Parisian art scene now, would you have such thoughts? After all, you are the curator.
– I have no aspirations, Monika, because a rare city is so welcoming and has such a broad outlook. Although colonial, France’s history has left a desire to pay attention to the rest of the world. Yes, Paris was the capital of the empire and its tradition of bringing the world home is still alive and well. Of course, the powers to do that are much greater than elsewhere. It’s interesting for me to find myself there, because there are a lot of interesting people who create, think and pay attention to art and culture.
Well, the commercial art world is similar everywhere. But I don’t feel I can criticize him. One way or another, this is a way of being for art, and it can also bring art closer to a person, give someone a better life, etc.
– How was the cooperation with M. Luytens?
– We have been working together for many years, and our acquaintance began quite unexpectedly. I wanted to curate an exhibition using hypnosis. We were just in Los Angeles, and when I met him, I realized that we could talk very easily, even though we have very different ideas about this project. It’s always been important to me to emphasize the inner experience, not the city or the view. And Mr. Luytens works a lot with the image, he loves it and creates visual diagrams. It’s his work that will be on display tomorrow at the Alberta Pane Gallery, where he’ll be showcasing his story-telling diagrams in the Hypnotic Show. But they were intended for him so that the viewer could discover the offers of experiences in his own words.
– We usually use hypnosis in psychotherapy rooms. I wonder if you had to consult with specialists? How does it have to work to really excite the imagination for images?
– The purpose of the hypnosis that Marcos practices is to evoke what is called a paradoxical presence. It means being active in your attention when you forget and let control of the state out of your hands. It is then that some things emerge more clearly, vividly and softly. In other words, there are no more black and white oppositions. It was important for us that images created by themselves, whether from the past or simply from imagination, project themselves in people’s minds.
– Perhaps this is what you expect from a French viewer?
– We have already done the “Hypnotic Show” in Paris and the French showed their love for culture by coming to this show. This time the show will be in French, so there will be many unexpected and interesting experiences.
– If this piece could change the weather, the atmosphere, what would it turn into? How would it change the weather?
– (laughs). The air would become more breathable and less frightening.
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What inspired R. Malašauskas to create the Hypnotic Show?
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Unraveling the Mysteries of the Hypnotic Show: An Exclusive Interview with R. Malašauskas
In the world of art, few events can rival the surrealistic experience of the Hypnotic Show, a project that has been evolving since 2008. This internal experience project is the brainchild of R. Malašauskas, a curator and artist who has been pushing the boundaries of art and perception. Recently, I had the privilege of sitting down with R. Malašauskas to discuss the main idea behind his show and what it entails.
A Critique of the Art World
The Hypnotic Show began as a critique of the traditional art world, which often prioritizes objectivity and materiality over the emotional and intellectual experience of the viewer. Malašauskas wanted to create a project that would follow completely different rules, one that would invite people to explore their own minds and emotions. ”I wanted to present experiences in the simplest ways – through voice, being with someone else, creating an aesthetic, intellectual, and emotional experience,” he explains.
The Evolution of the Hypnotic Show
Over the years, the Hypnotic Show has undergone significant transformations. Initially, it was a desire to curate an exhibition in the viewer’s subconsciousness, where artists would propose projects. Later, Malašauskas and his collaborator, Marcos Luytens, used Malašauskas’ book as a source of stories, which Luytens turned into the basis of the experiences. Today, the show no longer virtually takes people to a gallery or museum but invites them to experiences and meetings with themselves in the future.
A Collaboration of Ideas
Malašauskas’ collaboration with Marcos Luytens has been instrumental in shaping the Hypnotic Show. Luytens, who works with visual diagrams, brings a unique perspective to the project. “It’s his work that will be on display tomorrow at the Alberta Pane Gallery, where he’ll be showcasing his story-telling diagrams in the Hypnotic Show,” Malašauskas notes.
The Power of Hypnosis
So, how does the hypnosis aspect of the show work? According to Malašauskas, the purpose of the hypnosis is to evoke a paradoxical presence, where the participant is active in their attention while letting go of control. This allows images to emerge more clearly, vividly, and softly, without the constraints of black and white oppositions.
The Reaction of the French Viewer
Malašauskas has already taken the Hypnotic Show to Paris, where it was well-received by the French audience. This time, the show will be in French, promising many unexpected and interesting experiences.
A Change in the Atmosphere
If the Hypnotic Show could change the weather, what would it turn into? Malašauskas laughs, ”The air would become more breathable and less frightening.”
the Hypnotic Show is an immersive experience that challenges the traditional art world’s focus on objectivity and materiality. By using hypnosis to evoke a paradoxical presence, Malašauskas and Luytens invite participants to explore their own minds and emotions, creating a unique and unforgettable experience.
Key Takeaways:
The Hypnotic Show is an internal experience project that challenges the traditional art world’s focus on objectivity and materiality.
The show has evolved over the years, from a critique of the art world to an immersive experience that invites participants to explore their own minds and emotions.
Marcos Luytens’ visual diagrams play a crucial role in shaping the experiences.
Hypnosis is used to evoke a paradoxical presence, where participants are active in their attention while letting go of control.
* The show has been well-received by the French audience and promises to be an unforgettable experience.
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What inspired R. Malašauskas to create “The Hypnotic Show”?
The Hypnotic Show: A Surrealistic Simulation of Participation in an Exhibition
In a recent interview, artist R. Malašauskas shared the concept behind his hypnotic show, an innovative project that pushes the boundaries of art and imagination. The show, which took place on Thursday, is an internal experience project that simulates participation in an exhibition, challenging the traditional norms of the art world.
From Critique to Internal Experience
Malašauskas’ project began in 2008 as a critique of the art world, aiming to subvert the traditional rules of gallery art. He wanted to create an experience that didn’t require objectivity, materiality, or insurance, focusing instead on the simplest yet most powerful elements: voice, presence, and imagination. Over time, the project evolved, incorporating the work of other artists and eventually, Marcos Luytens, with whom Malašauskas collaborated to create a unique experience.
The Concept Behind the Hypnotic Show
The Hypnotic Show is not just an exhibition; it’s an invitation to embark on an internal journey, where participants are guided through a series of experiences and meetings with themselves in the future. The show doesn’t take place in a physical gallery or museum but in the minds of the participants. This innovative approach challenges the traditional art experience, encouraging people to engage with their own imagination and creativity.
Collaboration and Inspiration
Malašauskas credits his collaboration with Marcos Luytens as instrumental in shaping the show. Luytens’ work with visual diagrams and storytelling has been integral to the project, creating a unique and immersive experience for participants. The two artists have worked together for many years, and their differing perspectives have enriched the project.
Hypnosis and Imagination
The Hypnotic Show uses hypnosis to evoke a paradoxical presence, where participants are fully engaged and present while also letting go of control. This state allows for vivid and imaginative experiences, where the boundaries between past, present, and future blur. Malašauskas consulted with specialists to ensure the hypnosis was effective and safe, and Luytens’ expertise in visual storytelling has helped to create a rich tapestry of images.
A French Twist
The show has already been performed in Paris, where it received a warm reception from the French audience. This time, the show will be presented in French, promising a unique and captivating experience for local viewers.
Changing the Weather
When asked what the piece would become if it could change the weather, Malašauskas laughed, saying the air would become more breathable and less frightening.
Conclusion
The Hypnotic Show is a groundbreaking project that pushes the boundaries of art, imagination, and human experience. By simulating participation in an exhibition, Malašauskas and Luytens have created a truly immersive and innovative experience that challenges our perceptions of the art world. As the show continues to evolve and change, it’s clear that its impact will be felt for years to come.
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