"Lawler emphasizes both the slipperiness of political speech and the importance of context in reading it. The viewer is asked to think through the phrase each time it is mobilized."
"The dry gesture of the clip-art arrows demands examination of the physical or graphic space that carries or distributes the artwork."
"As we face yet another cynical and catastrophic war in the Middle East, Lawler's arrows direct attention to the real estate commonly used by artists as sites of commerce."
The exhibition features works by Hans Haacke and Louise Lawler, emphasizing the importance of context in political speech. Lawler's piece, Alizarin, uses arrows to provoke questions about the nature of terrorism and its creation. The installation's design draws attention to the gallery's vast space, prompting viewers to consider the relationship between art, commerce, and dissent. The phrase from the press release has resonated widely, becoming a meme among the audience, reflecting a shared cultural sentiment.
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