The art of Kevin Blythe Sampson

THE ART OF
KEVIN BLYTHE SAMPSON

3/7/10

Juxtapoz Magazine | Hank Willis Thomas Unabridged



Hank1
Hank Willis Thomas
Interview by Katie Zuppann
Portraits of Hank by Randy Dodson
Artwork Images courtesy Jack Shainman Gallery

If looking at a Hank Willis Thomas piece of work makes you uncomfortable, then mission accomplished. He has stripped the skin off an imperfect America by swiftly dealing a blow to viewers’ hearts and minds. Make no mistake, Hank has a point, and he will make sure you listen up.



I. Racial Construction in America

Katie Zuppann: Your work is sociological in nature and I was really struck by the poignancy of your Branded series. You have a very clear message that you are trying to convey to the viewer. Do you agree with that?

No comments:

Post a Comment