Earnestness Theorums
Earnestness Theorums, 2011, fluorescent and glitter pen on gridded vellum, 11 x 8.5 inches / 28 x 21.5 cm
Earnestness Theorum, (Diagram 1 from 8 parts), 2011, fluorescent and glitter pen on gridded vellum, 11 x 8.5 inches / 28 x 21.5 cm.
Diagram #1
Theorum #1: Given that art object = artist + earnestness, if viewer’s perception of earnestness = genuine commitment, then viewer's response = sincerity and/or curiosity.
Diagram #2
Theorum #2: Given that art object = artist + earnestness, if viewer's perception of earnestness = naive idealism, then viewer's response = cynicism and/or ridicule.
Diagram #3
Theorum #3: Given that art object = artist + earnestness, if viewer + courage, then response to earnestness = sincerity and/or curiosity.
Diagram #4
Theorum #4: Given that art object = artist + earnestness, if viewer + fear, then response to earnestness = cynicism and/or ridicule.
How earnestness is perceived and received.
The first two sets emphasize the importance of how the artist’s intention is perceived. The later sets considers the impact of the viewer's psychological contribution.
Caption: Christine Wong Yap, Earnestness Theorums, 2011, fluorescent and glitter pen on gridded vellum, 11 x 8.5 inches / 28 x 21.5 cm
The artist wishes to thank Anthony Daniel Ryan and Anu Vikram for their input.
