‘Outcast’ is a sculptural Installation that uses the form of a bed as a recognisable symbol to discuss how minimal a ‘home’ can be when needed. The use of scaffolding for the framework is intended to carry connotations of the temporal and possesses the pragmatic aesthetic of the industrial. It discusses the experience of the working class inside industry and more specifically the uncertainty of job security; in turn referencing the epidemic of the postal paradox (Byrne, 2018).
This structure stands as an immersive memorial for the exposed - using the effects of weathering on a lorry tarpaulin to represent the climate endurance of life on the streets whilst exploring ideas of control and ownership through using old marketing media. The reuse of old materials that have served their intended function inherently carries connotations of waste but also the hopes that come with the prospects of up-cycling. Creating a life size replica of a fully made double bed from these materials evokes another topic of discussion; the transportation of refugees; through the use of an appropriated lorry tarpaulin. Conveying the idea of intentional unity by having the duvet of the bed slightly pulled back, acts as an invitation to the viewer, homeless and refugees alike.
‘Outcast’ is a sculptural Installation that uses the form of a bed as a recognisable symbol to discuss how minimal a ‘home’ can be when needed. The use of scaffolding for the framework is intended to carry connotations of the temporal and possesses the pragmatic aesthetic of the industrial. It discusses the experience of the working class inside industry and more specifically the uncertainty of job security; in turn referencing the epidemic of the postal paradox (Byrne, 2018).
This structure stands as an immersive memorial for the exposed - using the effects of weathering on a lorry tarpaulin to represent the climate endurance of life on the streets whilst exploring ideas of control and ownership through using old marketing media. The reuse of old materials that have served their intended function inherently carries connotations of waste but also the hopes that come with the prospects of up-cycling. Creating a life size replica of a fully made double bed from these materials evokes another topic of discussion; the transportation of refugees; through the use of an appropriated lorry tarpaulin. Conveying the idea of intentional unity by having the duvet of the bed slightly pulled back, acts as an invitation to the viewer, homeless and refugees alike.
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Glen Ogden is a British multi-disciplinary artist based in Leeds. He studied (BA) Fine Art at Leeds Arts University.
His Work originates from the role of the worker in historic and contemporary society through a range of satire performances and material interactions.
"I have a socially engaged practice that explores the role of the worker in historic and contemporary society, through performance and film - imbued with a sculptural understanding of space, time and locality. I seek to emphasise the work, rest, work, rest mantra of our time, through repetitive and cyclical structures that evidence the physical manifestation of humans as tools.
I explore social and political theory whilst conducting an investigation into behavioural economics; to pose questions of whether money is and should be our only motivation in the workplace?
Solo Shows -
After You Vol.2 Live Performance Showcase, Assembly House, Leeds
Selected Group Shows -
2021
Ones To Watch, Sunny Bank Mills, Leeds
Cut & Shut, Digital Showcase, Online
2020
Untilted, Online Exhibition, Degree Show, Leeds Arts University
Locked-Up, Digital Exhibition, Online
Digital Programme, Online Exhibition, Assembly House
2019
Trading Spaces, Central Square plaza & The Corn Exchange, Leeds
Yeah Man Fairs, Lambert's Yard, Leeds
Release, Wharf Chambers, Leeds
Light At The Museum, City Museum, Leeds
Colour Narrative, Leeds Arts University, Leeds
Residencies -
2021 / Into The Wild Associates Programme, Online
2020 / Assembly House Residency, Leeds
2019 / Scottish Sculpture Workshop / Lumsden
2018 / Scottish Sculpture Workshop / Lumsden