1. Wall Drawing #289

The first work that I saw at the exhibit was Sol LeWitt’s Wall drawing #289. Being able to see this piece in person was definitely an interesting experience. The actual work that Sol LeWitt actually produced was just a set of instructions detailing how each line should be drawn, and the museum exhibiting the art is responsible for actually producing and creating the art. The length and angle of each line is completely up to the discretion of whoever is drawing the piece. I’d definitely be interested in seeing this piece in different museums and seeing how each of the exhibits differ. The first work that I saw at the exhibit was Sol LeWitt’s Wall drawing #289. Being able to see this piece in person was definitely an interesting experience. The actual work that Sol LeWitt actually produced was just a set of instructions detailing how each line should be drawn, and the museum exhibiting the art is responsible for actually producing and creating the art. The length and angle of each line is completely up to the discretion of whoever is drawing the piece. I’d definitely be interested in seeing this piece in different museums and seeing how each of the exhibits differ.

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Another art piece that I saw at this exhibit was “Five Words in Green Neon.” I was really confused by this piece at first. My first reaction was to go look for and read the description of the art so that I could understand what it was supposed to mean. However, that plan was foiled when the only description provided was a mere repetition of the title, “Five Words in Green Neon.” Even though I didn’t understand the piece at first, I was still instantly attracted to it since it is extremely striking and stands out in the exhibit in person. The bright green neon lights just scream for attention and draw in the gaze of anyone in its vicinity.

To me, the purpose of undefined, raw art like this piece is so that anyone can derive a different meaning from it. I saw a juxtaposition of the almost gaudy, flashy neon lights and the natural, organic color of green.