Don't Hold Back

Invitations like this don't come around often, but there is a time and place for everything, so don't miss out. William Powhida, infamous for his "Ally" and "Enemy" list paintings (as well as his mock front page of The Art Newspaper that caused a stir in Miami this year [seen right]), is inviting the art world to participate in creating "an unscientific list of the most despicable and admirable characters in New York." And the best part of it is, you can do so anonymously.

Here's the gist:

Dear New York,

I would like to request your assistance in creating an unscientific list of the most despicable and admirable characters in New York. Please use this anonymous survey to nominate your most hated enemy and most beloved ally for inclusion on the ballot of the New York Enemy/Ally Project. Voting will take place January 10th from 6 - 8pm at Schroeder Romero Gallery as part of Caucus, a group exhibition about making choices, however terrible they may be.

I strongly encourage you to freely exercise your judgment, and I will take all the blame for the resulting chaos. The results will be tabulated and displayed during the remainder of the exhibition. If you feel as strongly as I do, you will perhaps form ad hoc coalitions and lobby for your nominees. Nominees will be posted at enemiesalliesproject.blogspot.com leading up to the vote.

Sincerely,
William Powhida

As Bill says on his blog, do be judgmental. God help us all.