None of My Clocks Tick

This piece was created for Pheobe McIndoe's "Clocks" Callout.

The prompt:

SmallAudioArt: Every other month we issue a prompt inviting artists to explore themes of belonging and identity through everyday objects found inside a home. This month's prompt invites you to create a short piece which explores clocks. It could be your clock, or somebody else's clock. We invite you to be as playful with the theme as you like! All languages and all art forms are welcome, whether your medium is written, photograph, video, poetry.

Please send your submission along with a photograph/drawing of your clock. For audio suggested length is one to ten minutes...

Thoughts:

How does this clock mark time in your life?

What memories does it hold?

Does it represent freedom or constraint?

What sounds does it make? What rhythm does it create?

How does it shape your daily routines?

Does it connect you to others who share its time?

What happens when it stops or breaks?

Does it remind you of someone?

Is time different in different spaces?

How does it make you feel when you look at it?

SmallAudioArt is a collective inviting artists to explore themes of belonging, safety and identity, through the lens of everyday objects found around the home: windows, doors, wooden spoons, clocks. The radio programme weaves together these object artworks and sonic responses to create communal space for reflection and togetherness. Every other month we gather together to connect with other makers, share, celebrate and offer feedback within communal listening parties.

Special thanks to Jacob Winik for technical assistance.