Emery C. Martin

The Neighborhood Network Watch: Public Presentations

One of the components of The Neighborhood Network Watch (NNW) public intervention/simulation are the public presentations that incorporate all the various components that make up the NNW. I perform as the Neighborhood Network Watch’s Emissary to the Department of Homeland Security. My outward appearance consists of a suit, tie, with American flag lapel pin and a pair of black wire frame glasses. As the emissary I use governmental jargon that is stereotypical of a Republican neo-conservative, the DHS and the Bush administration.

There are two presentation styles the PowerPoint podium style presentation and a trade show recruitment style booth setup. With these presentations I make usage of many of the other components that comprise the group as props and artifacts. Throughout this process individuals who interact with me and or the project will often begin to raise questions and deconstruct the simulation I have created and presented to them. At this point they come to the realization that these are issues that are important and do have a direct relationship to them and can affect their lives.

In addition these performances are documented and become material for The Neighborhood Network Watch Public Service Announcement Special Presentations. To watch these please click here.

Performances

May 12-13, 2008 I.T.P. Spring Show, New York, NY
April 26, 2008 Sousveillance Culture Conference, The Change You Want To See Gallery, Brooklyn, NY
December 16-17 2007 I.T.P. Winter Show, New York, NY
November 15, 2007 Electronic Social Club, Hunter College, New York, NY

To learn more about the NNWKAA and The Neighborhood Network Watch please visit the official Neighborhood Network Watch site as well as the page dedicated to The Neighborhood Network Watch.

Photo Documentation of Performances

Photos from the Electronic Social Club [ESC] Hunter College Presentation