Place-As-Medium Book Launch, Part 1

“Place-As-Medium Podcast” introduces audiences to a new category of contemporary art practice known as place-as-medium. Hosted by artist-philosopher Kate Farrington, Ph.D., this podcast brings together artists, philosophers, activists, and others to explore the creative activity of “thinking through place. ” Episode 1 is Part One of the Book Launch of Farrington’s book: “Place-As-Medium and New Grounds for Thinking in Contemporary Art” (Routledge 2026). Part One features Dr. Kate Farrington (author), Shana Dumont Garr (moderator), John Preus (artist), and Dr. Leonie Bradbury (curator). In addition to Preus’ project “The Beast, ” this episode also touches on the work of Alfredo Jaar and Judith Barry, two artists featured the book. The book launch was held on May 15, 2026 in the Black Box Theater at The Bower in Beverly, Massachusetts. (Music credit: Tiny Shell - Blue Dear, Nyles Lannon) www.katefarrington.org