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March 3, 2006
NODEable Nexus
London has long been a hub for art in emergent
media, but at times its activities might have seemed
more quiet, due either to the geographic expanse of
the city or its cross-pond distance from an often
US-centric new media 'scene.' With the new
NODE.London initiative, there's no denying the
diversity, energy, or prowess of this arts capital.
The project is the result of important ongoing
activity, now culminating in a month-long series of
collaboratively-promoted exhibitions, performances,
talks, and events that illustrate 'creative and
experimental uses of communication media and
technological innovation to express ideas and
stimulate action in public.' Partnering 'nodes' in
this notably non-hierarchical collective range from
major spaces like the Tate and ICA to many smaller
grassroots cultural catalysts. NODE.L is calling
itself 'a citywide expression of creative momentum
to mark the ascension of Media Arts as the popular
culture activity for London.' Fortunately, th! ose
outside of the UK can also peek in on this flurry of
activity and the issues raised by the works
presented, by visiting the group's online project
archive, which includes a range of engaging
print-on-demand essays and calls for virtual
participation. - Marisa Olson
http://nodel.org/
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