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Prior to his 2007 Whitney Museum exhibition, Canadian-born, New York-based artist Terence Koh (originally known as Asian Punk Boy) quipped, "Being in the Whitney is like having this huge magnifying glass shining on you, if I fail, I fail spectacularly in front of the whole art world. That in a way relieves the pressure, because either way, the splatter will be beautiful." As Asian Punk Boy, Koh became known for his perversely cute website and zines infused with a queer punk sensibility. Published concurrently with the exhibition Terence Koh: Love for Eternity at Spain's Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Castilla y León (MUSAC), this is the artist's first substantial monograph; it includes an in-depth interview with international curator-critic Hans Ulrich Obrist and essays by Bill Arning, Curator of the MIT List Visual Arts Center, MUSAC Chief Curator Agustin Pérez Rubio and artist Cerith Wyn Evans.
This monograph explores the provocative and multifaceted artistic career of Terence Koh, focusing on his work from 1980 to 2008. The book accompanies the exhibition 'Terence Koh: Love for Eternity' and delves into Koh's evolution from his early 'Asian Punk Boy' persona, characterized by a queer punk sensibility expressed through websites and zines, to his more recent, large-scale installations. It examines the artist's unique approach to themes of love, eternity, and identity, often presented through visually striking and conceptually challenging pieces.
This monograph is regarded as a significant scholarly contribution to the understanding of Terence Koh's artistic trajectory. The inclusion of an extensive interview with Hans Ulrich Obrist and essays by prominent curators and artists provides a robust critical framework for analyzing Koh's work. The book is noted for its comprehensive coverage of his career up to 2008, offering deep insights into his thematic concerns and stylistic evolution. It serves as an essential resource for scholars, curators, and enthusiasts of contemporary art.
Page Count:
208
Publication Date:
2009-05-31
Publisher:
Hatje Cantz
ISBN-10:
3775723080
ISBN-13:
9783775723084
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