A Sneak Preview
In the spirit of the season, here’s a special preview of a certain something we’ve been working on. Happy Holidays!
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If Tatts Could Talk
Walter Hood’s Why am I the only black man without a tattoo?, part of the Close Encounters exhibition, investigates the complex concerns of multi-cultural societies. Hood deals with the frees of appropriation versus the politically correct desire for respectful use of sacred traditions. Located in Gallery 1, Hood’s piece forms a tunnel shaped hallway. As visitors pass through, projectors mounted on one side of the tunnel cover each individual with traditional Maori tattoos and symbols.
At this month’s Cocktails and Clay on December 11 we are taking a similar look at the tradition of body art. How do your tattoos reflect your politics? Age? Occupation?
Here are the photos of the tattoos from December’s Cocktails and Clay! Take a look and see what you think these photos say about each person!