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Introducing our forth artist Q&A from Rich White
What first interested you in the theme of FANTASTIC, FOUND and FAKE? The theme fits my working method perfectly. What is the name of your piece for the festival? Escape. If you had to describe the piece in one sentence what would it be? A physical manifestation of my response to the proposed building of Europe's largest Tesco in Stoke-On-Trent. In your opinion, what has been the most exciting/interesting part of Conjunction 08? Installing the work, and seeing and meeting other artists as they deliver/install work. How would you describe yourself as an artist? Location-specific installation artist. Who are your biggest influences? Joseph Beuys, Richard Wilson, Bruce Nauman, Arne Quinze, Louise Bourgouise. Had you ever visited Stoke-on-Trent prior to your involvement with Conjunction? I had also participated in Conjunction06. Prior to that I had never been to Stoke-On-Trent before. What one piece of advice would you give to someone who wanted to practice professionally as an artist? Work hard. What’s next for you? I am in the process of applying for a number of projects. What is your ‘Must See’ of the Festival? In no particular order: Littlewhitehead, Eagle & Feather, Chris Biddlecombe, NSEC.