Dia has an ongoing lecture series called Artists on Artists. It's an informal talk given in the Chelsea office space on the fifth floor one Monday evening per month. Last night's artists were Kim Gordon and Dan Graham, the genius conceptual artist, art critic and theorist. The tiny crowd of approximately 50 guests had the rare opportunity to hear Gordon talk about Graham's influence early in her career as a struggling artist in New York City. She shared great stories including working as a framer for the infamous Larry Gagosian, her love of astrology and going to punk shows in Los Angeles in the early 1980s. Graham was once her neighbor and 30 plus years later they remain close friends that continue to inspire one another.
Gordon performed an amazing solo piece that began with feedback, then sliding her guitar on the amps, walls and eventually ended up rolling around all on the floor. This happened about three feet away from me. Last night was so special and a very very rare treat for everyone lucky enough to be there.
Last night will always remain one of great ones in my memory bank. Thank you Kim and Dan.
Photos: badassness, Thurston Moore and the gear
