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Maya Sebestyen
Robert MacPherson

Framing question

The play of language is an integral element of both of these artworks. Compare how each artist has explored the language of art and the art of language. Consider the role of the audience when interpreting these artworks. In what way does the dialogue change in relation to the individual viewer?

Maya Sebestyen - Wine Swine
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Maya Sebestyen

   
Wine Swine
Collection of Works 16 pieces
 
Roseville College While being dragged around the Hunter Valley by my parents I became fascinated by the evocative language winemakers use to describe wines. I was further amused when I joined an online wine forum under the username 'wine swine'.
My artwork uses irony and humour to reveal different aspects of wine culture. The installation is very much inspired by Robert McPherson's use of installation to comment on aspects of language and culture. My exploration of wine jargon shows that you don't have to be an expert to sound like a critic.
 
 
Robert MacPherson - Mayfair: Summer farm, forty five signs for Micky Monsour

 
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Robert MacPherson (Australia, b.1937)
Mayfair: Summer farm, forty five signs for Micky Monsour 1993
synthetic polymer paint on masonite (45 panels)
© Robert MacPherson

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Purchased with funds provided by the Contemporary Collection Benefactors' Program 2003