SOCIAL DISTANCE IS A MATTER OF PRINCIPLE
"Social Distance is a Matter of Principle" as an artwork focusing on the boundaries between social distance, personal distance, and intimate distance suggests a deeper exploration of the conceptual and ethical aspects of these interpersonal spaces.
Social distance refers to the physical and psychological space maintained between individuals in a social setting. It can vary depending on cultural norms and personal preferences. Personal distance is the space we maintain for interactions with acquaintances or people we have a casual relationship with. Intimate distance, on the other hand, represents the close physical proximity reserved for our closest relationships and personal connections.
In this artwork, the boundaries between these zones is to be explored in various ways. It involve visual representations, such as physical zones that depict different distances.
The intention of "Social Distance is a Matter of Principle" is to prompt viewers to critically examine the principles that guide their understanding and practice of social, personal, and intimate distances. It explores themes such as consent, autonomy, vulnerability, and the power dynamics inherent in these spaces. By challenging the boundaries between these distances, the artwork encourages a reconsideration of social norms and encourage viewers to reflect on their own values and experiences. It also offers an opportunity for dialogue and exploration of how these principles influence our connections, well-being, and sense of belonging.
The goal of "Social Distance is a Matter of Principle" could be to provoke contemplation about the ways in which social norms, personal comfort, and emotional intimacy influence our relationships. By blurring or challenging these boundaries, the artwork could encourage viewers to question and reassess their own understanding and experience of interpersonal space.
Overall, this artwork offers an opportunity for reflection and exploration of the nuanced dynamics between social distance, personal distance, and intimate distance, highlighting the ways in which these factors shape our connections with others.
