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Swiss artist Nic Hess is known for his inventive wall works composed almost entirely of masking tape. Like a master graffiti artist, he turns everyday imagery into bold graphics often borrowing logos from corporations such as Chrysler, AT&T, Nike and even Mary Long cigarettes. Mixing drawing, bright colors and icons from a variety of sources, Hess makes us reevaluate our understanding of familiar signs in consumer culture. In his elaborate compositions he draws new connections and weaves a loose narrative of worlds colliding and visions exploding. For the Hammer’s Lobby Wall, Hess will present a new work specially designed for the site.
Channels: Contemporary Art
Artists: Nic Hess
At the close of his installations, artist Nic Hess removes the used tape, wrapping it into densely packed balls. This video documents the de-installation of his Hammer Project "Automatic Crash Response" (2009).
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