Lecture Notes: Presentation by Petra Cortright

Overview

• Presenter: Petra Cortright
• Location: Los Angeles, California
• Current Venue: City Gallery, Wellington
• Art Forms Presented: Paintings, webcam videos, flash animations

Artistic Techniques and Process

• Use of Photoshop:

  • Each painting consists of hundreds of separate layers.
  • All paintings in the exhibit originate from a single file.
  • Fast-paced work style; no patience for paint drying.

• Substrate Experimentation:

  • Utilizes a variety of materials to combat digital flatness:
    • Materials Used: Linen, silk, aluminum, paper
    • Aim: Enhance light reflection and bring life to artworks

Exhibition: "Running Neo Geo Games Under Mame"

• Curator: Aaron Lister
• Components of the Exhibition:
  • Live Video Painting: Plays over 15 minutes
  • Webcam Performances: Broadcasted to YouTube
  • Desktop Screensaver Works: Flash animation videos combining screensaver and painting traditions

Webcam Software Projects

• Collection: Strange, weird webcam softwares for Windows over 10 years
• Conceptual Approach:
  • Considered as self-portraits
  • Roles: Director, actor, editor in live performances