Revised Regiment

June 18th, 2018

Homework

you forced me to carry on my life without you.
it wasn’t a choice but i believed it was true.
your ship was sailing and i was bound to the shore,
i thought you’d stay, but i couldn’t have been more wrong.

now i’ll wave you goodbye as you leave our port,
and give myself some chance to heal and cohort.
but another grand image appears soon enough
with lovers aplenty and good for a laugh,

which kills the memory of hurt and despair,
and makes me believe that you’re never there.

yannis tsarouchis (1910-1989) was concerned with the relationships between modern and classical greek imagery, his war time experience obviously influenced the way he perceived military men in their more vulnerable states; near death or during shore leave. these are examples of an ambiguous admonition; the apparent revision of power in reference to his paintings is a clear reminder that ‘the uniform doth not maketh the man’ even though those sympathies may still remain.

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Stupidity & Sensitivity

Since it’s nearly impossible to gauge each individual’s level of sensitivity or stupidity, I’d rather play it safe and classify this site as suitable for adults only. Although that term is still nebulous to me, the responsibility remains that of the viewer.

Curating & Criticism

The identification and definition of creativity are two different things. Challenging conventional interpretations and perspectives expands its validity and effect. I am convinced that collaborations and participation across creative industries allow for discovering a greater realisation of our potential.

Art & Collecting

I love mixing styles and textures, media and materials. But I believe in respecting personality when it comes to choosing work. There is of course the investment angle which is too boring to discuss here….or anywhere really. It is important to remember that when you live with art, it should be alive to you. That is to say it needs to move you. You need to have an affair with it.

Fashion & Architecture

Starting with the roof over your head and the clothes on your back. These are the things we inhabit. Without entering into the fashion vs trend debate. They also shape our sensibilities and the way we present ourselves.

Design & Function

Whether colour or form is your thing. Pattern or plain. What we choose to live with can make our lives easier or more challenging. Consider your commitment and convince yourself.

Gardens & Flowers

Since Eden it has been a fascination, inspiration, an indulgence of kings and common gardeners, a joy. No home is complete without it. Whether you go for potted, landscaped or organic, dry or shade, just go for it.

Treasures & Trash

Most of which are filed under S for sentimental. I respect that.
Heirlooms. Bargains. Souvenirs. Gifts. Curiosities. Found Objects. Impulse Buys.
Never hide what’s important or meaningful. Denial is a very ugly word.

History & Reality

Get to know yourself and others. As much as we live in the same world, everyone has their own version of it. Live up to yours, never fear your dreams and ideals lest they remain aspirations forever.

LB Louis Boshoff