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role:
concept designer, direction, content manager and co-designer.
date:
the first mrk i website was created in 2000,
the mrk v started construction in 2003.
summary:
this website is the main hub of activity for them.ca. this website was a landmark for the organization in 2003. including
the new design by natalia grosner, it also integrated innovative groupware
systems developed by james o'connor. this
allowed the organization to de-centralize governance, mentorship, artist sellection and
commercial activity. it also introduced new levels of democracy,
automation and accountability to the membership. ranging from 3000 to 12 000 visitors a day, it continues to be a pioneer of its type.
about them.ca:
the mandate of the organization is to:
- provide a community of practice, promotion and platform for them.ca artists;
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mentor, support and develop young urban artists;
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research and conduct urban renewal in the form of art, and
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promote and produce art exhibits, events and festivals for the enjoyment and education of the public.
location:
feedback:
"a talented group of young urban artists who have organized to advance art and their community as a whole."
- christian pearce, pound magazine, 2002
"t.h.e.m. is an amazing resource; i'll definitely use it more in the future."
- mark mcaan, client / set decorator, mutant x productions, 2001
"an amazing and wonderful site, keep it up!"
- howard gerry, ocad design professor, 2001
"i am honoured to be part of this organization, thank you."
- juan carlos, participating artist, 2001
"i think it is great that you are doing this -- exposing peoples work who ordinary would not be able to afford this level of exposure."
- candice king-steward, artist, 2000.
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