AU T U MN / W IN T E R 2021
Five Ways to Experience MRAG 1. Look Closer One of the impacts of COVID has been the increased prominence of signs in our everyday lives, demanding more than ever that we pay attention to rules and regulations. COVID-Safe signs can provoke emotional responses, awkward technological and social encounters and, in some cases, defiance. Artist Richard Tipping has been paying close attention to signs for many years. Since 1979 his altered road signs, or “artsigns”, have been poetically interrupting audiences with playful thought-provoking intrusions into the everyday. Wander upstairs in MRAG, near the lift, and you can see Tipping’s 3 Hour Barking. What penalty for more than three hours of barking dog, one wonders with a smile? His End Artwork, Artwork Ahead and Prepare to Shop signs have also often been displayed at the MRAG entrance, though, alas, are currently replaced with a COVIDSafe sign.
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2. See Make Do MRAG’s “See Make Do” creative learning program has become more accessible than ever in the last year, with a fantastic wealth of “MRAG from Home” activities and educational content now available on the website. From artist videos to Free Art Sunday activities, there has been a creative explosion of digital content to enjoy from home at your leisure. For those with kids, keep an eye out for the Cool Art July school holiday on-site program and, whatever your age, look out for the dynamic program accompanying Shadow Boxer! 20
