This site documents projects developed between 2004 and 2008 by Christopher Fry as part of practice-led doctoral research at the Wimbledon College of Art.

This practice-led study examines the role of audiences in pervasive and locative artworks. It critically examines claims made for the ability of pervasive and locative artworks to provide audiences with new, heightened and engaging experiences. It addresses the way in which the role of the audience is shaped by both the artwork and by the audience’s perception of their experience.

Five artworks were developed: Sound Painter, You Are Here, Nomadic Guru, The MAGIC RAY and Blank Map. Each examines aspects affecting the audience’s role. Interviews with the audiences of two artworks support a new understanding of the role of the audience that acknowledges the vital role of the audience’s own understanding of the nature of the experience.

Email: chris at christopherfry dot com