Sam Burford explores the decomposition of space time into three-dimensional space and one-dimensional time, his work deconstructing film and cinematic imagery into tangible imagery.This show at Fiumano Projects runs till 13th November.
Delve in – the titles provide clues.
Rear WindowViewing the three-dimensional representation of a filmed scene is a strangely absorbing experience.
Last year at Marienbad – 359 BrushesI found a lot of humour in addition to the almost scientific analysis; in addition to the art, Sam is currently undertaking doctoral research into the subject, building on his experience working in film and TV production.
Sam in front of Star Wars ReliefDinosaur, below, is a multi-sensory experience: a DVD disc of Jurassic Park clatters about on a base from the loud sound vibrations of the advancing Tyrannosaurus footsteps (remember that scene with the glass of water?) projecting images and film imagery on the wall of a darkened room.
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