This essay explores the concepts of ‘silence’ and ‘stillness’ in the work of Marina Abramović. It begins by exploring the origins of these themes, drawn from Abramović’s experience with Indigenous communities in the Western deserts of Australia and their presence throughout her career.

The elemental world of Kiki SmithAs the Kiki Smith Exhibition ‘I am a Wanderer’ draws to a close, I wanted to take time to reflect on my experience of volunteering and invigilating at this exhibition. The following is an attempt to capture some of this experience. On...