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Så Ta Så At - Tasta Community House outdoor areas

Contributors:

Elind Rui Lone Blix

Sidsel Bonde

Åse Ava Lange Fredheim

Guri Simone Øveraas.


Curated by Daniela Arriado.


The art plan for the outdoor facility at Tasta Community House aims to create a sustainable and engaging environment through artistic and participatory initiatives. With an interactive artwork, three user-involved workshops, and an audio piece, the intention is to activate and integrate the various areas to be rehabilitated. The plan is structured around the theme of “sharing,” and the project seeks to connect users and create a dynamic and diverse outdoor space. The interactive artwork, with its semicircular shape and four faces directed towards different areas and users, is designed to serve as a sustainable arena for various community functions and activities. Emphasis is placed on reusing materials from Stavanger Municipality’s storage, as well as local participation in the development of the artwork’s design and functions.


From the construction site. Photo: Elind Rui Lone Blix

Workshops for user involvement and audio piece.


The intention of the workshops is to engage users and create temporary spaces for learning and creativity during the production process. Through play, art therapy, and courses in local plant dyeing, participants will contribute to shaping and decorating the outdoor space while fostering closer connections to the place and each other. The proposed audio piece will help to tie the entire project together by providing an auditory representation of the Tasta area. By gathering sounds, conversations, and stories from the people who use the space, the audio piece will create a sonic universe that can be experienced through QR codes and signage in the area.




Field recordings in the vicinity of the community house. Photo: Åse Ava Lange Fredheim
From the workshop Art Therapy and Play. Photo: Elind Rui Lone Blix

From the workshop in plantdyeing. Photo: Guri Simone Øveraas


Implementation and conclusion.


Through a detailed production plan that is integrated with the municipality’s renovation timeline, the necessary work to obtain permits, conduct bidding processes, and coordinate the construction process is planned. The art plan aims to strengthen Tasta Community House as a gathering place and meeting point, with an interactive monument, while also considering environmental and climate ambitions in a holistic and sustainable manner.


Implementation of the HisGap Model, a Visual Learning Tool.


In a world marked by growing concerns about the environment, social justice, and economic sustainability, it is important that art not only reflects these themes but also takes responsibility for addressing them through its own practices and aesthetics. The HisGap model, developed by artist Elind Rui Blix, can help integrate and convey the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals in artistic creative processes, in the hope of developing a language around artistically sustainable practices.



HisGap model

The model encourages artists to explore how their work can contribute to sustainable development on multiple levels, as well as to reflect on material choices, time use, and production methods to ensure that artistic processes align with sustainability goals. By using the HisGap model as a framework for artistic production, artists can explore new ways to integrate sustainability into their work. This can lead to greater awareness of environmental and social issues, as well as contribute to the creation of artworks that inspire action and change.


The model is based on the principles of integrated problem-solving and interdisciplinary thinking. A central part of the HisGap model is its focus on identifying and exploring various themes related to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, such as energy use, social structures, economic structures, environmental impacts, and reduction of CO2 emissions. By analyzing these themes in relation to their own artistic work, artists can identify potential areas for improvement and innovation. The model also encourages reflection on material choices, time use, and creative techniques to ensure that artistic processes are aligned with sustainability goals. This may include choosing recycled or renewable materials, reducing waste and CO2 emissions, and promoting social justice and inclusion through artistic practice.


By using the HisGap model as a framework for artistic production, artists can help create artworks that inspire action and change. However, it is important to recognize that implementing sustainability goals in artistic practice is not a simple task. It requires commitment, exploration, and a desire to challenge existing norms and practices. Yet, through tools like the HisGap model, artists can take the first step toward creating a more sustainable future through their own art.


Filippa apple trees, blueberries, currants, and rhubarb for the artwork. Photo: Elind Rui Lone Blix

Challenges of Working Interdisciplinarily.


Working interdisciplinary in a project such as the rehabilitation of Tasta Community House’s outdoor areas involves collaborating and integrating knowledge from various fields to achieve different sustainability goals. While this approach can be enriching and provide a wide range of perspectives and solutions, it is also associated with certain challenges:


Communication: One of the biggest challenges in interdisciplinary work is establishing effective communication between different professional groups. Each discipline has its own jargon and terminology, making it difficult to ensure that everyone fully understands each other.


Coordination of Timelines: When different professional groups work together, it can be challenging to harmonize timelines and schedules. Some disciplines may require more time than others, and it can be difficult to find a balance that works for all involved.


Conflicts and Misunderstandings: Different professional groups may have varying viewpoints and priorities, which can lead to conflicts and misunderstandings. It is important to be open to others’ perspectives and actively work to resolve disagreements when they arise.


Maintaining Focus on Goals: With so many voices and perspectives involved, it can be challenging to maintain focus on the overarching goals of the project. It is important to regularly evaluate progress and ensure that everyone is working toward the same objectives.


Resource Allocation: Interdisciplinary work can require more resources than work within a single discipline, both in terms of time, money, and human resources. It can be challenging to secure sufficient support and resources for all involved professional groups.



To effectively address these challenges, it is important to establish clear guidelines and communication channels, maintain openness and mutual respect, and be willing to adapt and learn from each other along the way. By working together in a constructive manner, interdisciplinary collaboration can help create innovative so


From the construction site. Photo: Elind Rui Lone Blix


Elind Rui Lone Blix, managing the project as an artist and educator.


Elind Rui Blix brings an artistic approach to the project, where her role as an educator is inspired by sociocultural learning theories and principles of deep learning. Through artistic processes that involve users at Tasta Community House, she seeks to promote social awareness. By facilitating reflection and dialogue, she opens up new perspectives and opportunities.


Construction of interactive artwork. Photo: David Cruz


Interdisciplinarity is a central part of Blix’s artistic approach. By combining art with other disciplines, she opens up new ways of thinking and exploring, stimulating creative problem-solving and innovation. In this way, Elind Rui Blix imparts her artistic touch to the project, and her pedagogical approach inspires a deeper understanding, engagement, and exploration. She lays the foundation for a learning environment that is dynamic, exploratory, and enriching, encouraging creativity and reflection.




Visual profile by Elind Rui Blix and Sidsel Bonde.Elind Rui Blix og Sidsel Bonde


Thanks to:


Stavanger Municipality

Tasta Community House, users and team

Artist Torild Storvik Malmedal

Norstein

Landskapsarkitektene AS and David Cruz

Eldbjørg Hay & Bergeland Community Center

Simon Lone Blix

Morten Thoresen



The handover will take place on November 11, but the official opening is planned for the summer of 2025.


Stay tuned for updates about the artwork on this website or here.



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