Review of Roger Boyce’s show, ROOM, on eyecontactsite.com
In 'Burden of Dreams' we see a rendition of a painting on a wall, complete with Boyce's over-painting, and a sculpture on the floor. Next to it are a blue ball and chain, a physical restraining device attached to prisoners, and now used as everyday slang for someone who won't allow you to go anywhere or do anything without them.
Is painting, or just art in general, a ball and chain for Boyce? Something to be obeyed, that can physically restrict and never mentally leave you?
September 24, 2018