Leap into the Void
Visit the Leap into the Void art blog.
Leap into the Void is a record of Michael Buitron’s ongoing exploration of the world around him. California is a regular setting for blog entries, and the lens through which Buitron frames his thoughts is often visual art, but further categorisation is neither possible nor appropriate – for what is very much a no limits journey.
We particularly enjoy way Buitron explores the psychology and motives behind artist’s work. He is also excellent when highlighting, and drawing-out social and political considerations – not least because of the extremely balanced, and impeccable facts-as-we-know-them stance that Buitron adopts to whatever subject he is covering at the time.
Buitron reports on art-lectures that he has attended, giving a good overview of what was discussed. This is a great resource for those who cannot make a seminar themselves.
Leap into the Void is a great read for those that share Buitron’s passion for intellectual exploration. Certainly, those who have enjoyed the wide-ranged writing of, say, Edward Winkleman will find plenty of food for thought in this Buitron’s blog.
We like this article:
Francis Alÿs’ Fabiola at LACMA, February 11th 2009
Why we like it:
It is a write-up of Francis Alÿs’ installation, which is a collection of Saint Fabiola paintings. We enjoyed the short video of the work.
About Michael Buitron
Buitron, based in Long Beach, California, received an MFA from CalArts in 2008. Some of his recent exhibits at the time of writing were at COMA alternative space, and the Chinatown Galleries, LA. Before his art career he spent fifteen years in behavioral research.
Summary
Name of blogger: Michael Buitron
Year of Creation: 2006
Average Entries per month: 10
Art subject: Contemporary. Modern.
