Set in a luxurious penthouse overlooking Manhattan, the narrative unfolds as the protagonist enjoys a serene moment with a glass of Chablis on the veranda. The arrival of Evans hints at an intriguing encounter that may disrupt the tranquility. The setting and the character dynamics promise a blend of sophistication and potential drama, inviting readers to explore the complexities of their interaction against a backdrop of opulence.
Zin Taylor has become known internationally for his elaborate installations encompassing elements of performance and sculpture along with drawing, printing, and video. Narration is an essential ingredient of much of Taylor's multifaceted work, and his stories are often culled from the undergrowth of popular culture (more specifically underground music scenes) and contemporary art lore. Journalism, research, storytelling: not surprisingly, both the spoken word and the printed word figure prominently in Taylor's practice (the artist himself belonging to a generation of practitioners for whom a definite facility with language, both on a theoretical and literary level, has become a key aspect of artistic identity), and many of his installations have also been accompanied by publications and/or artist books. This artist book is published on the occasion of the exhibition at the Ursula Blickle Stiftung, "The Units," from May 29 to July 10, 2011.