Artists Project: Paul Johns

This exhibition is now closed

This exhibition is an autobiographical statement which is composed of diverse works: large silk screened images, neon, written documentation and orgone accumulation.

Continuing our artist project scheme, Paul Johns, a Christchurch artist, will be the first of two exhibitors in our programme this year.

The exhibition is an autobiographical statement which is composed of diverse works, large silk screened images, neon, written documentation and an orgone accumulator.

The artist deals with records and the works of his life, to bring the art context closer to the condition of life, and in doing so to perform at a high level of efficiency.

This is brought about by the use of an orgone accumulator and the reaction of the body to the effects of orgone raditation. The personal content in the forth coming show is located in a retrospective look at what Johns has felt, and then a look at an idea of what he wants to experience with the use of orgonic energy, and his interest in its medical application.

Receptionist: Good Afternoon, Dr Ford's rooms.

Paul: Good Afternoon, it is Paul Johns speaking. I would like to make an appointment with Dr Ford please.

Receptionist: Do you want it later on this afternoon?

Paul: No, Tuesday if it is convenient. Tuesday morning.

Receptionist: Ten to Eleven.

Paul: Ten to Eleven. Thank you.

Receptionist: Right.

Paul: Thank you very much, Goodbye.

Receptionist: Goodbye.

('Paul Johns', Bulletin, No.16, July/August 1981, p.2)