Defining Constructivism

All a bit last minute but I head off to the Rodchenko/Popova show at Tate Modern. Although I'd seen the review on The Culture Show, I wasn't really sure what to expect - modern abstract art, constructivism in graphic design and posters, good old fashioned Soviet propaganda?

What a fantastic exhibition. Geometric abstract art in vivid colours, a room of intricate sculpture (not really my thing) and wonderful posters covering everything from Communist Party promotion to Battleship Potemkin to the cover for a magazine entitled 'Syphilis' - I kid you not and I'm guessing not a big seller.

Perhaps not having any preconceived ideas going in to the exhibition I had an open mind and was more receptive to this type of art. It doesn't really matter - it is a wonderful exhibition.

It may not be your 'thing' - but go to it if you get the chance, you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Sporadic Blogging

It's safe to say that my blogging in 2009 has been a bit 'light'. The last few weeks have been busy - things at work and other commitments have meant a pretty full on schedule - not quite the correct work/life balance...

Been pondering about it the past couple of weeks and am determined to try and correct the 'imbalance' - a lot seems to boil down to me being better at saying 'no' and learning that sitting around doing nothing can occasionally be 'a good thing'.

One of the results may be a return to more regular blogging.

Hey, every silver lining has a cloud... you have been warned...

Website of the week

'Progressive' isn't really a political term much in use in the UK - it's more a US term to describe the left-right split in politics.

But how progressive are you??? Take the quiz here.

It has a US bias - you can easily tell by the questions framed around the 'hot' issues in US politics such as abortion and gun control - but the results are interesting nonetheless.

My score - well let's just say I'm not an average American... ;-)

Website of the Week

Sometimes you just have to dance - whether you'd want to be caught on the Jumbotron at a Boston Celtics game is another matter...