Being in Time: Performance Art

Being in Time: Performance Art, volume 1, provides an intimate look into the complex world of conceptual art. Author Marty St James blends personal memories with historical context to define the core of performance art. This work examines the internal struggles, absurdities, and successes experienced by a living artist. Through specific examples of creative works and unique insights, the text explores how this art form impacts the way individuals live through creative experiences.

The book explores the bizarre and humorous side of the medium, including stories of St James living as a radish for two years and his appearance on 1970s television. It also offers a critical perspective on art schools and their relationship with lived experience. Being in Time: Performance Art, volume 1, serves as a primary resource for those seeking experiential knowledge within the art and conceptual categories.