I made a tool to measure space

The work consists of different coloured fabric sections which refer to Edward T Hall's proximity space: In his theory 18" = Intimate space, 48” = Personal space, 144” = social space & 300” = public space. It explores the idea of Hall’s definitive and definite rule, how it works in reality and how it can be used to define/redefine our own space.

The work is constructed with a Brechtian philosophy in mind and attempts to physically manifest the absurdity of theories used to manage and understand society. It is an exploration the societal notions and expectations of how we occupy spaces and gives a means to play in this arena.

Alongside this Hickey’s work looks at the notion of aspiration and object. It explores the status given to objects and the effect they can have on our outlook and persona.

Hickey’s work playfully looks at the relationship between art and life and plays with the idea of making everyday objects and materials momentary icons and a dysfunctional record of society. It is concerned with all the connections between utopian living and domestic space as well as how we, as individuals, develop ways to coexist in communal spaces.