Any velocity that isn't zero
Any velocity that isn’t zero is a series of eight photographs that differ in format and technique. They all represent the same subject taken at the same time, but from different points of view. Ryan Gander used different devices—a Polaroid camera, a 35mm film camera, a mobile phone, a computer webcam, a digital compact camera, etc.—and also varied optical lenses—macro perspective, telephoto through a window, image reflected in a mirror, image from a computer, etc. The moment he wished to document is that of writing the text describing this creation. As Ryan Gander has often criticized artists appearing in the context of their work, Any velocity that isn’t zero marks a transition in his approach. Through these photographs, he questions the role of the creator of the work: the one who stages their work and becomes its main subject. It is, however, a self-portrait that does not show the artist’s face, but rather draws its contours. By using different instruments and techniques, Ryan Gander also reveals how difficult it can be to represent reality.
Text written by Elise Vassiliadis-Poirey as part of the partnership between the École du Louvre and Lafayette Anticipations – Fonds de dotation Famille Moulin.
Exhibitions
Collection Lambert, Avignon (France)
from 22 Jun to 29 Sep 2024
Gb agency, Paris (France)
from 25 Feb to 14 Apr 2012