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'Oh You Ghost' served as a literal escape.  I wanted to be alone and silent.

The performance took place outside of Zilkha Gallery on the campus of Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT.  More specifically, I located myself directly beside the windows of the gallery so that people inside would be able to view the project.  I positioned my platform in the desired location, laid down,  and asked two friends to staple a large white sheet over me (completely encasing the structure).  It felt like living inside of a collapsed tent.

I had been fasting for two days prior to the performance.  I brought water, jars, and a pillow.  I also brought a knife so that I could cut through the casing and end the performance.  I did not plan the duration of
'Oh You Ghost' but realized after two days and two nights that the project had lapsed an effective course.

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