Psychoanalyst Meets Marina Abramovic: Artist meets Jeannette Fischer

In summer 2015, performance artist Marina Abramovic and psychoanalyst Jeannette Fischer spent four days together at Abramovic's house in the Hudson Valley, exploring Abramovic's biography and art from a psychoanalytical perspective. The book aims to fill the gap between psychoanalysis and Abramovic's life and artistic work, recording the dialogue between the artist and analyst attempting to interpret her extraordinary violent performances.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2018
Publisher: Scheidegger und Spiess AG, Verlag

In the summer of 2015, renowned performance artist Marina Abramovic and esteemed psychoanalyst Jeannette Fischer embarked on a captivating four-day journey together at Abramovic's residence nestled in the serene Hudson Valley. With an open mind and a psychoanalytical lens, they delved into the intricate tapestry of Abramovic's life and art, seeking to unravel the profound connections that unite them. Abramovic's primary objective was to gain a deeper understanding of herself, her personality, and her creative endeavors, driven by a genuine desire for self-exploration. While she acknowledged the frequent conversations she had with fellow artists, she lamented the absence of a comprehensive book that contextualized her life and artistic work within the framework of psychoanalysis. This new publication seeks to bridge that gap, offering a unique perspective that straddles the realms of therapy and analysis. It captures the captivating dialogue between artist and analyst as they embark on a quest to interpret Abramovic's extraordinary and sometimes perilous performances, which often teeter on the edge of faintness and even death. The two individuals delve into the underlying structures and dynamics that shape these performances, seeking to unravel the mysteries that lie within. While Abramovic adeptly performs relationships and wields violence, she confronts the pain and fear associated with these acts alone, standing as a solitary figure in her quest for self-understanding. The book is structured in a series of dialogues, interspersed with Fischer's insightful comments and captivating images of four of Abramovic's remarkable performances. These performances serve as focal points for their exploration, providing a deeper context and understanding of Abramovic's artistic journey. By delving into the complexities of her psyche, personality, and creative process, this book offers a profound and multifaceted exploration of one of the most influential artists of our time. It serves as a testament to the power of dialogue, introspection, and the human spirit's enduring quest for self-discovery.

Weight: 254g
Dimension: 173 x 129 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783858817945