I don't know how many people have heard of Liza Lou. She is an artist who does life-sized installation art pieces that are completely covered in glass beads. Yes, that's right GLASS BEADS!! It is amazing to see in person. I was lucky enough to see an exhibition of her work back in the 90's when she first really *hit the scene*. She now is doing more political pieces but then they were more kitschy commentary on American life. These are some of my favorites.( by the way, ever since I saw this exhibition (15 years ago?) I have had the vision for a Christmas tree made completely out of glass beads. have thought about contacting Darice to see if I could buy the beads I need at wholesale but that's as far as I have got on the execution of my vision. The time commitment is what really stalls my desire but after looking at these photos again, I realize I still want to execute it. I'll keep you posted:o)
I saw this exhibit when it was at the Akron Art Exhibit and just loved it. I also really like the fact that she used her art as an opportunity to gather the community for a creative purpose. She had people from her community help string all the beads she needed to use to cover all of these lifesize times. Thanks for sharing! Jane P
ReplyDeleteLynne Sarah and I went to see it in Akron too. I had thought she enlisted the community but I couldn't remember how far it went. She is now in South Africa and is doing the same thing. Here is a very interesting article on her: http://www.wmagazine.com/artdesign/2008/09/liza_lou?currentPage=1
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We studied her work back in college, but I've never seen it in person. Must be amazing!
ReplyDeleteI have not heard of her but these art pieces are just amazing, Wow! What a talented artist, I'm going to have to check her out. Fantastic photos.
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