Sketches No. 7 2001

Editor: This is Tadashi Kawamata's "Sketches No. 7." It seems to be a collection of photographs and drawings related to a bridge project. What strikes me is the almost technical feel of the presentation. How do you interpret this work? Curator: I see this less as a conventional drawing and more as a document of the artist's process, focusing on the means of production. The photos and sketches highlight the materials – wood, steel, water – and the labor involved in constructing this pedestrian bridge. Editor: So, you're saying it's more about the making than the final product? Curator: Precisely. Kawamata often blurs the lines between art and construction, foregrounding the material realities and social context of building. Think about who builds these structures and who benefits from them. Editor: That gives me a new perspective; I hadn't considered the labor aspect. Thanks! Curator: Indeed, analyzing the materials and their usage offers a rich understanding of the art.