Fellows

Intense Life - Ian James

International Center for Self Analysis, Photo (c) Josh Schaedel, 2025

2 Jul - 23 Aug 2025

Ian James

While at ZK/U, Ian James will make photographs and create techno-metaphysical ritual objects made of discarded electronic objects and consumer goods that have been combined, drawn upon and carved into. These objects draw attention to the universal consciousness that exists within subatomic particles.

In addition, he will bring photographs and video shot days/weeks prior to his arrival at ZK/U of recent pyramid architecture as well as photograph several near to Berlin. This work treats these structures as sites of capitalist metaphysics and the act of travelling there as a form of spiritual pilgrimage.

Lama Foundation, Photo (c) Josh Schaedel, 2025

New York Centre Nukleus, Photo (c) Josh Schaedel, 2025

A View of Distant Tollan, Photo (c) Brandon Bandy, 2024

Dignity Memorial Vortex Zone, Photo (c) Brandon Bandy, 2024

Dale Ave Vortex Zone, Photo (c) Brandon Bandy, 2024

Etheric Weaver HQ OSTO AYO, Photo (c) Josh Schaedel, 2020

KHLZ The Rainbow Bridge (FM Radio Station), Photo (c) Josh Schaedel, 2020

This residency at ZK/U was partially and generously funded by a Faculty Development Grant through Otis College of Art & Design.