Ways of Curating

Name: Ways of Curating
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SKU: 9780241950968
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By Hans Ulrich Obrist

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Ways of Curating by Hans Ulrich Obrist offers an insightful exploration of the art of curating, discussing how curators shape cultural experiences and influence how art and ideas are presented. Through personal anecdotes and professional experiences, Obrist highlights the transformative role curators play in bringing artists and audiences together. This book is both an enlightening read for aspiring curators and an inspiring reflection on creativity and collaboration in the art world.
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You might like this book if you are passionate about art and culture, and are curious to delve into the innovative process of curating exhibitions. The author offers a unique perspective, sharing insights and experiences that challenge traditional ideas in the art world and encourage creative thinking.

Ways of Curating

Moving from meetings with artists to the creation of the first public museums in the 18th century, recounting the practice of inspirational figures such as Diaghilev, skipping between exhibitions, continents and centuries, the author argues that curation is far from a static practice.

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The world's most famous curator shows how we can use the process of curation outside the art world.

Drawing on his own experiences and inspirations—from staging his first exhibition in his tiny Zurich kitchen in 1986 to encounters with artists, exhibition makers, and thinkers—Hans Ulrich Obrist looks to inspire all those engaged in the creation of culture.

Moving from meetings with artists to the creation of the first public museums in the 18th century, recounting the practice of inspirational figures such as Diaghilev, skipping between exhibitions, continents, and centuries, Ways of Curating argues that curation is far from a static practice. Driven by curiosity, at its best it allows us to create the future.

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Hans Ulrich Obrist is portrayed as a vibrant and influential figure in the art world, with Ways of Curating being celebrated for its engaging and insightful exploration of the curator's role. The book is appreciated for its persuasive argument on the importance of curating within the arts and society, highlighting Obrist's dynamic approach to collaborating with artists and his ability to trace connections across cultures. Reviews commend Obrist's blend of scholarly insight and energetic engagement with contemporary ideas.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241950968

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 March 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 180.0mm

Weight: 133g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

Hans Ulrich Obrist is a curator and writer. Since 2006 he has been co-director of the Serpentine Gallery, London. He is the author of Ways of Curating and, with Ai Weiwei, of Ai Weiwei Speaks.

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