statement

Derek Brunen (CA, 1973) draws from his research in contemporary philosophy, as well as from his own experience, to investigate models of subjectivity in connection with memory and chance. These interests have frequently involved problems associated with representation, which can be seen reflected in his work, as it often assumes a line of inquiry into the materials and processes of cultural production itself. Across a range of media, Brunen?s work also puts a particular brand of hyper-literal humour to use as a means of confronting the expectations of the viewer. His current work is engaged with the aesthetics of disappearance.