terms of use
1. oath
In requesting the catalogue key, you are agreeing to the videocan oath:
“I recognize the importance of documenting and sharing live performance through digital technology because I live in the 21st century and even though I know it’s not ‘the same’ as really seeing the ‘real’ thing I won’t complain because I understand that video can still capture important aspects of a performance and I think the value of sharing work is greater than some of my aesthetic prejudices amen.”
2. educational use
If you’ve been to other parts of this website, then you probably already know that videocan is a practitioner-focused project. Videos in the catalogued have been contributed for the sake of enriching artistic discourse, learning, and camaraderie. Therefore, in requesting the catalogue key, you are also agreeing to view the videos in the archive in strictly private and educational contexts. Which means you won't be trying to find strange ways of making profit off the work of other artists (such as by holding public screenings).
3. frequently asked questions
+ can I share the videos with anyone I want?
All videos are password protected and have restrictions on that prevent them from being embedded or downloaded on other websites. So if you wanted to share a video with your artist friend or peer, you can do so privately. If your artist friend or peer wants to see the whole catalogue, then they need to get the password.