Discussion Questions (Ephemeral Visibility and the Art of Mourning)

1. What are some pros and cons of ephemeral memorialization?

2. With recent advances in technology, how is memorialization changing to incorporate virtual space?

3. What are some other examples of ephemeral memorials? Do these examples use ephemerality out of necessity or as part of the memorial?

4.  How did the AIDS quilt and Eyes Wide Open establish ethos? Do you think that their respective strategies were effective?

5. What are the advantages of ephemeral memorials over permanent ones? Which one do you feel is more effective and why?

By: Cuillin and Sam

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