The crate idea is fantastic (I always gaze at those Pods that people use to move lately and it reminds me of Bruce Tapola's use of the U-Haul to set his show next to the Walker Art Center-but better).
What about mini crates that we construct and fill with specific work for the show-- the work doesn't have to be an art object itself, it could be a project, material and instructions--something like the kits Jeremy developed for ICRAPT--but a standard crate, a module, something to ship and unpack--into the larger crate or as is. I'm thinking of this as a start (as we're in a place without funding right now, without the means to purchase and store the larger crate). This may also remedy our constant lack of finished components that frequently freaks us out when we're doing the projects.
If everyone completes a crate, we have a base to start with and build off of when we arrive. The crates, as they're completed, will also act as documents and output to demonstrate our activity, even when we aren't in the same place as members--the show won't be just a figment on paper or a proposal, but a project in motion, changing, a chance for call and response--the crates could be shipped from one of us to another, requesting the skills of another to complete the contents. The smaller crates might even be saleable--John Freyer style--ebay fundraiser?? Who wouldn't want to buy a crate that has been to Crotia, exhibited, and back?
Also, after talking with Maggie about fundraising (I think David mentioned this in his email about the CBAA conference), the idea of a print portfolio or a book project seems like a great source of revenue and another example of our work--to be exhibited in Croatia, as a means to request funds (our ongoing activity)--especially as some of us are in the same state right now--with access to great facilities and resources. I also think a book might help to consolidate and focus our ideas. It's always hard to get everyone to participate and it most frequently happens when we're in the actual space setting up the show with a deadline. A book project or portfolio (something like Circular Ruins or The Land of Wandering) could act as a precursor, a chance to brainstorm and develop our plans prior to the actual project, but also create a great, accessible piece (there could be a hand-made version and a more easily printed/distributed version—Maggie and David have already offered their Epson).
Finally, let’s think portable, maybe a video project that would be tied to Croatia. I know we don't know what Croatia will become quite yet, but there are a few short video submissions out there that might give us structure for deadlines, potential exposure, and help us create work for the Croatia shows to boot--like Ninth Letter--maybe even Wholpin--not sure.
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