You’re a Winner – 2005 – 2014
5000 Letters and Documents, Paint, Timber, Wood Bark, LED Light
The installation re creates Robert Holland’s extensive and fictional archive of letters and documents, framing the narrative of one mans descent into obsession and madness.
Over a period of seven years Guyan Porter contacted companies, organisations and individuals who promised wealth and prosperity, many claiming to offer millions of pounds, spiritual deliverance, love, personal development, the ability to ‘take control’ and to follow what is promised ‘by destiny.’ He also contacted individuals and families who had been targeted by or fallen victim to such offers, collecting an archive of examples of the kinds of propositions that had been received.
You’re a Winner is part of a series of installations exploring how movements of data shape our metaphysical assumptions. The work continues a pseudo sociological investigation into ways that external authorities construct ideas of destiny and personal responsibility.
You’re a Winner was supported by:
Arts Council England, The Foundry, Lewes Town Council, The Chalk Cliff Trust, Lewes District Council and Future Dreaming.