Secrets as Art
One of the Artomatic projects or art ideas that really sunk a hook into me, was this really odd and unusual project that had blank postcards where people could write their secrets.
What a terrific idea!
The creator of this idea is Frank Warren, and he is one of the artists whom Anne C. Fisher Gallery is currently showcasing in her beautiful gallery in Georgetown; and I've just been made aware of the Post Secret BLOG, where anyone can post a secret or read someone else's secret.
Is this a new kind of art? Is this the marriage of reality TV with "reality art"?
I don't know, but there's something definately new going on here. Anyone can contribute... and everyone is invited to anonymously contribute a secret to the PostSecret project. Your secret can be a regret, fear, betrayal, desire, feeling, confession, or childhood humiliation; Reveal anything - as long as it is true and you have never shared it publicly (and anonymously) before.
Steps: Create your own 4"x6" postcard and tell your secret anonymously. Then stamp and mail the postcard to the address at the bottom. Some tips:
(a) Be brief – the fewer words used the better
(b) Be legible – use big, clear and bold lettering
(c)Be creative – let the postcard be your canvas.
Mail your secret to:
PostSecret
13345 Copper Ridge Rd
Germantown MD 20874
Article comments
1 - George Koch
Lenny
I agree with you on Frank's work. It was a real joy to see what he has done.
And, Lenny thanks for sharing your postings ... you are doing a real service for artists and the art community.
George