Semaphore

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We publish individual and collective opinions, reviews, commentary and creative responses to art from Western Australia. We are interested in writing that reflects upon artistic practice, broader cultural themes and issues, and also examines the formal structures and mode of writing itself — what writing can be, and what it can offer visual art. We want to create a space where people can experiment with discursive responses ranging from contemporary and art historical analysis, to fictocriticism, poetry and prose.

We are interested in writing that creates conversation. How do we engage with art critically and creatively, avoid didacticism, grapple with ideas and uncertainty, and speak through dynamic subjectivities? How can we do this through conversation? How do we commune with each other? What is conversation as opposed to discourse, as opposed to speech-acts, as opposed to monologue, as opposed to dialogue, as opposed to narrative, as opposed to poetry?

Semaphore is edited by Kelly Fliedner and Melissa McGrath who also make up our editorial committee with Christina Chau, Alana Hunt and Gemma Weston. If you would like, you can contact us on semaphore.art.wa@gmail.com.

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All content appearing on this website is the property of Semaphore and each acknowledged author. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Website and illustrations by Kelly Fliedner.