When I saw the video of Mark Pauline in class, I did not see the art. However, after
reading a little more about his life and career, now I can understand his art. He had his first encounter
with the police when he was 10 years-old, and during his young age, he went into different situations that made him rebellious. Imagination, challenge and courage identify this man. He founded the Survival Research Lab where he develops his ideas, which are giant robots that make noise and fight. He makes public
presentations in open places, like public parking and gas stations, to call peoples' attention. In each presentation he tells a story, specially against power. He often breaks the rules because he does not
get the corresponding permission from authorities. His passion for his job cost him to lose his right hand while he was preparing a rocket motor for a show. Nevertheless, he continues creating and exibiting his rough art.
Chris Burden is an artist, physicist and architect. He is a kind of inventor that causes controversy because he puts himself in danger. Just like the famous "shoot" given to him by his assistant. However, his sculptures are simple and beautiful. For example, one of my favorite "The Urban Lights", installed in Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). The visual of this piece of art shows the simpleness and elegance of the entire piece and the clear and dim light that illuminates them all. I feel wrapped and transported to another place that makes me feel in peace and spiritual.
Mark Pauline's art is rough. He breaks the rules, like using chemicals in his presentations. He put in risk the spectators, his team, and himself.
Chris Burden's sculpture is clean with a meaning. He applies the light, color, passion and creativity from his engineering to his art.
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