In My Dear Blunder, artist and poet Crista Siglin will occupy Galerie And’s front room for a month-long residency-exhibition. On paper-covered walls, floor, and window, Siglin will carry out the process of editing a collection of poetry in large format. She will draw on her artistic practice which is rooted in drawing, body, and gesture while concentrating on the process of review and refinement of over 100 original poems. Editing, like a drawing, is about making deliberate choices to create a cohesive and compelling piece. However, unlike drawing, the final work of poetry contains little to no trace of its creation. In My Dear Blunde Siglin will bring this hidden process to the fore, making it evident and exaggerated in the gallery space. 

The work will develop over time, so we invite you to visit the gallery throughout the exhibition. In addition to the live artwork, we will host a poetry editing workshop and poetry film festival in collaboration with Akimbo. The closing event of the exhibition will showcase Siglin’s work and offer an opportunity for celebration, reflection, and conversation after a month of hard work.

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