Between Culture and Form

Luis Sahagun

January 2015
Title: Between Culture and Form
300 lbs of concrete mix


Here is an installation I did for an invitational art exhibition hosted by Lion Vs Gorilla!! Super fun to do, but a lot of work. about 15 hours installation time, 300 lbs of concrete.  Not sure what was harder the installation or the de-install. Nevertheless, it was a super fun exhibit!! I am happy with the documentation shots, I decided to do a blur filter on the background to make the ephemeral sculpture "pop" a little more.
The exhibit was held at the Hairpin Art center in Chicago (avondale/logan square).
Statement:
The raw nature of concrete reminds me of the strength and character found in an urban street. The idea of grit is my utopia, a place where form and culture connect to define a persona. 

Title: Between Culture and Form
300 lbs of concrete mix

Title: Between Culture and Form
300 lbs of concrete mix

Title: Between Culture and Form
300 lbs of concrete mix