Canto XXIV: [no title] 1983

Editor: Esq Tom Phillips's "Canto XXIV," seems to be some form of print. The materiality gives it such a unique texture, almost like aged paper. What strikes me most is the collage-like composition. What can you tell me about the artist's process here? Curator: It’s fascinating how Phillips repurposes existing materials, challenging the distinction between found object and art. Consider the labor involved in altering and combining these disparate images. What societal narratives do you think he's building upon? Editor: It feels like he's creating a new narrative out of fragments, a commentary on information overload, perhaps? Curator: Precisely. By examining the materials and methods of production, we uncover how art reflects broader economic and cultural forces. It really makes you think about what and who is consumed. Editor: That's a new perspective I hadn't considered. Thanks for making this print more profound. Curator: It was a pleasure; seeing art through different lenses only deepens our understanding.