The LAB is pleased to present Force Majeure
Aideen Barry, Lynda Devenney, Benjamin Gaulon, Vera Klute, Bea McMahon and The Grafting Parlour
1st September to 24th October 2009 open Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm
'Science is meant for the progression of man, but using science for evil can also lead to the downfall of men. There is conflict between man versus nature.' 20,000 leagues under the Sea, Jules Verne.
The LAB is pleased to present Force Majeure as part of the series of events for ISEA 2009.
Force Majeure is commonly used in relation to natural disasters (‘acts of god’ such as hurricanes or earthquakes) or war, strikes or riots for example. In suggesting these events are due to circumstances beyond our control, it relieves us from the responsibility of our actions.
The artists in this show all explore how natural and man-made power operates and reveal some of the mechanisms and connections that make us, and the world we have built, operational. They share a common interest in process-driven experimentation and a scientifically influenced playful approach. They also have an interest in technology as an interface for them to explore and dissect parts of our world to the audience.