Installation at Maudslay Sculpture Show - Summer 2008
“The Truth will set you free”. Tapping into people’s guilt and denial of poor environmental behavior, GAL offered the public to “come clean” by giving public “eco-confessions”. The participants were asked to write confessions on used clothing and hang them on a publicly displayed laundry line. As viewers read the “eco-confessions” of others, they often recognized their own less-than-green lifestyle. GAL engaged in dialogue with the “eco-confessors,” brainstorming solutions for positive change. The playful and supportive atmosphere of “Air Your Dirty Laundry” allowed people to look honestly at their consumption habits and empowered them to change.
(Photo above taken by Eva Maria Lee. All photos below taken by Tim Gaudreau.)
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- Laundry at Stonehill
Melony,
I met you at the Eco Expo. remember, I took a picture of you and Kate. i want to arrange to meet you so that I can write a story about the Green Artists League. Please call me at: 978-417-1506 so we can set it up. I look forward to talking to you.
Phil Gallant
This project feels humbling and inspiring at the same time. Look, I’m not alone in my shortcomings, and Holy Shit – Look how many of us still are not full participants. This reminds me of a painting or series of paintings that Erin did in Iowa involving either bras or bathing suits and barbed wire. I loved that too. Thanks for doing this work. Marisa