NEET
NEET is a video work in which we see deconstructed mechanical wind-up toys explore new functions and purpose outside of their original designs, eventually dispelling their potential energy and coming to standstill.
NEET is an acronym for Not in Education, Training or Employment: The work was originally created as a response to the experience of building a career in the arts – finding a space and a relevance outside of standardised labour processes.
Produced in 2016, NEET has taken on a new relevance during the COVID19 pandemic and has connotations to experiences of lockdown and social isolation.
John Conway is a native of Kildare, Ireland, and is a studio artist in Rua Red, South Dublin Arts Centre.
John Conway is a visual artist working extensively in community, youth and health settings. His work is characterised by the production and co-production of innovative multi-disciplinary projects which respond to sensitive and often challenging themes resulting in sophisticated solo and collaborative outputs. He frequently commissions, curates and collaborates with other arts and non arts specialists and orchestrates complex multi-stakeholder projects.Recent awards include the Next Generation Award 2021, Brightening Air | Coiscéim Coiligh project funding 2021, and the Arts Participation Bursary 2020
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