Projekt E.V.A. (extra vehicular activity) by Melanie Richter
installation Safetysuit and performance Spacebaby

The project E.V.A. deals with movement, encounter and interaction of people in space in general and in the public space on site of the project's realization. Our urge to explore, human need for contact and everyday interactions are basic contents of the project E.V.A. The development in space travel, globalisation and communication in everyday life are cornerstones for the art and interaction of E.V.A.
With the installation 'Safetysuit' I develop artistic protective suits as works of a painting group installatively in space like an anonymous 'protective force'.
The performance and social interaction 'Spacebaby' in the exhibition and/or in public space invites communication and debate and leads to the 'individualisation of the installation'. For the forms of communication here, I evaluate new experiences that we are currently having in times of crisis in our private and public lives and in our social environment. 
For the performance 'Spacebaby' I make parts of protective clothing to wear. For example face visors and gloves. These are worn by me during the performance and are used for communication and interaction with visitors and passers-by.