예술가의 말의 기능과 ‘아티스트 토크’ 프로그램의 역할

Abstract

In art history, many artists have been actively engaged in social discourse beyond their creative endeavors, often making artistic or political declarations. This study explores the value and evolution of artists’ statements throughout history and also examines how artists currently assert themselves, focusing on the “Artist Talk” program. The “Artist Talk” program provides a platform for artists to engage in dialogue with audiences, originally centered around answering audience questions. However, the nature of these talks has evolved from simple reflections to performances resembling strong speeches. Artists may seize these opportunities for self－promotion and potential financial gain through increased visibility of their artwork. Recently, “Artist Talk” sessions have been broadcasted on YouTube, facilitating interaction with online audiences. Despite this, in the domestic context, “Artist Talk” programs have primarily focused on visual arts and have not always directly translated into economic success. What role, then, can “Artist Talk” play? This paper organizes and examines the forms and cases of “Artist Talk” programs in the domestic context and explores their potential influence. While still modest, it is hoped that in the future, these programs will expand into various fields and serve as platforms for artists’ public discourse. This paper explores the discourse potential of “Artist Talk” programs with anticipation for their broader impact in the future.