In a world besieged by economic uncertainty, environmental degradation, diminishing resources and inequality, the rising anger is palpable. We see an increase in domestic violence, violence perpetrated by strangers, road rage and fear. Janice Gobey created Intervention, offering a critique on this and allowing the public to engage with the artwork. Visitors are encouraged to enter a fur covered room and let their anger out. You are invited to scream, kick, lie on the floor in the foetal position or just allow yourself to succumb to the healing possibilities of fur.
Gobey grew up in a dysfunctional family, when there was chaos and instability at home, she turned to her stuffed animals and pets for comfort. For her fur is a mechanism of healing and comfort.
An interactive fur room created by the Melbourne based artist, Janice Gobey. Visitors were encouraged to enter the room and engage with the healing powers of fur.
Many metres of pink fake fur and custom dyed muslin were used to create this installation, an interactive art piece that encourage visitors to enter the room and interact with the fur
The wonderful Daniel Reader acted in a video in the space.
The artist gets an opportunity to try out the fur room!
As part of Intervention, we filmed the actor Daniel Reader in the fur room. People who were unable to attend will have the opportunity to experience the space.
Thanks to all involved in making this possible!
