Curtis Schreier (1944 - ) American

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Curtis Schreier is a highly regarded American artist and architect, best known for his work with the experimental architecture collective, Ant Farm. This radical group, founded in the late 1960s, challenged conventional ideas about urban planning and design by combining art, architecture, and media activism. Notably, Curtis Schreier played a pivotal role in creating some of Ant Farm’s most iconic projects, such as the “Cadillac Ranch” in Texas and the “Media Burn” performance. His innovative approach to blending art and architecture has significantly influenced contemporary artists and architects worldwide. As a result, Curtis Schreier is celebrated today not only for his contributions to the avant-garde movement but also for his lasting impact on the intersection of technology and design.

The Origins of Ant Farm: A Radical Collective

Founded in the late 1960s, Ant Farm was more than just an architecture firm. It was a revolutionary collective that aimed to push the boundaries of urban planning and design by integrating art and activism. Curtis Schreier was instrumental in shaping the direction of the group’s work, particularly in the creation of large-scale, thought-provoking installations.

Iconic Projects: Cadillac Ranch and Media Burn

Among the many projects Curtis Schreier contributed to, “Cadillac Ranch” in Texas stands out as a symbol of the collective’s innovative spirit. Moreover, the “Media Burn” performance, another brainchild of Ant Farm, further exemplified their commitment to critiquing mass media and consumer culture. Through these projects, Schreier’s vision and creativity left an indelible mark on the art world.

Legacy and Influence

Today, Curtis Schreier‘s work continues to inspire a new generation of artists and architects. His unique approach to merging technology with artistic expression remains relevant, underscoring the lasting impact of his contributions to both the avant-garde movement and contemporary design practices.

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Curtis Schreier is an American artist born in 1944 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ¹. He is known for his work with Ant Farm, a collective of artists and architects, and his cover design for Radical Software magazine ¹. Schreier’s work is featured in the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City ¹.

Schreier’s work is known for its multidisciplinary approach, which includes architecture, performance, and video ². He was a member of Ant Farm, a collective that was involved in alternative architecture, performance, and video ². Schreier’s cover design for Radical Software magazine, summer 1971, is considered a classic example of graphic design ³. His work is also featured in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)³.

"Finish them all, just finish them"

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12 Scythes symbolizing Nikki Haley's quote to Bibi Netanyahu “Finish them all, just finish them” meaning finish all Palestinians including women and children

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Bob Dylan - Masters of War

Master of War
Lyrics

Come you masters of war
You that build the big guns
You that build the death planes
You that build all the bombs
You that hide behind walls
You that hide behind desks
I just want you to know
I can see through your masks
You that never done nothin’
But build to destroy
You play with my world
Like it’s your little toy
You put a gun in my hand
And you hide from my eyes
And you turn and run farther
When the fast bullets fly
Like Judas of old
You lie and deceive
A world war can be won
You want me to believe
But I see through your eyes
And I see through your brain
Like I see through the water
That runs down my drain
You fasten all the triggers
For the others to fire
Then you sit back and watch
When the death count gets higher
You hide in your mansion
While the young people’s blood
Flows out of their bodies
And is buried in the mud
You’ve thrown the worst fear

That can ever be hurled
Fear to bring children
Into the world
For threatening my baby
Unborn and unnamed
You ain’t worth the blood
That runs in your veins
How much do I know
To talk out of turn
You might say that I’m young
You might say I’m unlearned
But there’s one thing I know
Though I’m younger than you
That even Jesus would never
Forgive what you do
Let me ask you one question
Is your money that good?
Will it buy you forgiveness
Do you think that it could?
I think you will find
When your death takes its toll
All the money you made
Will never buy back your soul
And I hope that you die
And your death will come soon
I’ll follow your casket
By the pale afternoon
And I’ll watch while you’re lowered
Down to your deathbed
And I’ll stand over your grave
‘Til I’m sure that you’re dead