Unlike much contemporary work, which I see as in dialogue with literature, I have always aspired to the wordless condition of music. I consider the corner itself as a ground, a means of wrapping the viewer in the music; to look at the purely visual with no narrative to distract.

In these secluded journeys into the wild, when we stumble across a stream rippling across our path, the temptation is to dip a hand into moving water, to feel the activity of fluid matter flowing by.

The computer was never lifeless for it hummed as if it were cogitating some primordial secret that it would reveal if suitably nurtured.

In the 1920's, Mahatma Gandhi initiates a home-spun textile movement teaching Indians self-reliance leading to an extrication from Britain's imposed cloth and garment trade.

In 1947, India gains independence.

In 1951, Prime Minister Nehru assigns Le Corbusier to prepare a master plan for Chandigarh, the new capital of Punjab, as a symbol for a modern India. Included in the plan are the House of Parliament and a new state college.

In 1956, a teak desk designed by Pierre Jeanneret is placed in the middle of the Punjab University Library.

Max Renn: Why do it for real?
It’s easier and safer to fake it.

Masha: Because it has something
that you don’t have, Max. It has
a philosophy. And that is what
makes it dangerous.
–Videodrome, 1983


Let’s make America great again.
–Ronald Reagan, 1980
–Donald Trump, 2016

Dear Mr. William "Bill" Wegman,

I have been following your work for some time (about 50 years). I feel now, at this the moment, is the opportune time to offer you a show in our lovely gallery on Allen St.

If you accept, I think we could show maybe, perhaps two of your newest paintings and a large selection of drawings, perhaps some from the 1970's. This would be very beautiful, but of course any suggestions you may have would be welcome.

Please have the common courtesy to let me know if you'll accept this kind offer. Looking forward to your reaction,

Warmly,
David Deutsch.