ACTIVE - ARCHIVE - RESEARCH.

This article explores the concept of the "active archive" and its application at the Artpool Art Research Center in Budapest. It discusses the connections between the ideas of Vilém Flusser and György Galántai, highlighting their parallel thoughts. The active archive at Artpool is described as a liv...

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Published in:Flusser Studies no. 37; pp. 1 - 11
Main Author: Pócsik, Andrea
Format: Article
Published: Flusser Studies May2024
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Summary:This article explores the concept of the "active archive" and its application at the Artpool Art Research Center in Budapest. It discusses the connections between the ideas of Vilém Flusser and György Galántai, highlighting their parallel thoughts. The active archive at Artpool is described as a living institution that encourages growth through projects, cooperation, and the circulation of information. The article also examines the interactions between Artpool and other archives, emphasizing the importance of considering different types of archives and their connections. It concludes by discussing the Vilém Flusser Archive in Berlin and its potential as an alter-archive. The text also delves into the acquisition of knowledge through skills and experience, referencing philosopher Michel Polanyi's work. It explores the relationship between knowledge, art, and archives, particularly in the context of György Galántai's work and the Artpool active archive project. The article concludes by discussing the potential of participatory action research and the transformation of knowledge production and transmission.