The Unconventional

I had an opportunity last week to view a new contemporary art installation at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. I was not prepared for this visually exciting piece of work. It looked like a giant colorful loom extended from the ceiling. Artists Benjamin Ball and Gaston Nogues who work with unconventional materials have set up a large-scale installation,Gravity’s Loom, at the main entrance to the museum.

I entered the museum early Saturday morning and this was my very first opportunity to get a glimpse of the new installation. It was a cloudy day and the sun had not made it’s appearance for the day. The glass walls that surround the pavillion allow a great deal of light into the main pavilion. The colored strings of this exhibit seem to be more saturated due to the lighting.

Because it was my first visit, I am not certain what effect the bright sunlight would have on this art work. I have been told, however, that the view is magnificent at night. I think I will make several trips to catch a glimpse of this unusual piece of art work at various times of the day. As I continue my journey to learn more about contemporary art, I am finding more things to admire and appreciate.


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