Barbis Ruder. Werk - Zyklus - Koerper / Work - Cycle - Body

Barbis Ruder ist eine Performance- und Medienkünstlerin, die in ihren Werken der Körper als Ausgangs- und Untersuchungsobjekt betont. Sie nutzt verschiedene Medien wie Bewegung, Skulptur, Installation und Bühnenauftritte, um Themen wie Wirtschaft, Arbeit, Intimität und Konventionen zu erforschen. Das Buch "Barbis Ruder: 10 Jahre Performancekunst" präsentiert ihre gesamte Arbeit und zeigt die Vielschichtigkeit ihres Schaffens, das sich im Spannungsfeld zwischen Emanzipation und Kapitalismus bewegt. Es umfasst trashige Bühnenperformances, bildhauerische Werke, Videoarbeiten und Zeichnungen, die die Entwicklungen ihrer Arbeit dokumentieren.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 03 April 2023
Publisher: De Gruyter

Barbis Ruder, a prominent figure in the realm of performance and media art, has dedicated her artistic endeavors to exploring the multifaceted nature of the human body. Through her captivating performances and multi-media creations, Ruder delves into a range of themes, including economics, labor, intimacy, and societal conventions.

In her artistic practice, Ruder employs the body as both a starting point and a subject of investigation. Her performances, which often take place in dynamic settings, incorporate movement, sculpture, installation, and stage presence to convey her messages.

This comprehensive book presents the entirety of Barbis Ruder's artistic output, showcasing the rich diversity of her creations. Spanning various artistic periods, Ruder's body is continually reimagined and reinterpreted, oscillating between emancipation and capitalism.

The extensive exhibition, which accompanies the book, showcases a diverse range of works, including trashy stage performances, sculptural installations, video installations, and documentation through drawings and studies.

This first-ever comprehensive work on Barbis Ruder provides a deep insight into her artistic journey, featuring meticulously designed book objects accompanied by numerous large-format illustrations. Contributions from Lona Gaikis and Peter Kozek, along with an introduction by Madeleine Frey, further enrich the understanding of Ruder's artistic practice.

ISBN-13: 9783111061467