So the Brooklyn Museum has an incredible exhibit of El Anatsui's work up, now until August 13th. If you can, go. You will encounter what are truly significant works of art. He has been one of my favorite living and working artists for a while now, ever since I wandered into Jack Shainman Gallery years ago and had my mind completely blown. More majestic regal and nuanced work has never crossed my path, and as an appreciator of all things textile, his use of metal astounds. I was particularly taken somehow with the shadows the works made on the walls, and took some photos. Want to use them to create an El Anatsui inspired collection of textile designs.
The shadows totally remind me of your aesthetic.
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