In the Spanish Civil War the anarcist painter Laurencic created a number of surreal prison cells. Beds were placed at a 20 ° angle making it impossible to get a night’s sleep. Walls were angled and blocks placed on the floor so that it was impossible to walk, the bench in the cell tilted so that you fell to the floor. However probably the worst idea was the design of the walls with their many shapes, patterns and tricks of perspective – which combined with lighting techniques caused mental confusion and distress. Definitely torture – but is it art?
So watch out Damien – good bye Tracy – I am obviously next year’s winner of the Turner Prize. Anyone want to recommend their boss, partner – for an artistic experience? – and does anyone know the Channel Four’s commissioner of TV reality shows?