1981-82 An Installation

About the Work

From the Artist

I've learned to 'get rid of rules'...which is the best form of creation.
_{—Excerpted from Sam Gilliam: Of Fireflies and Ferris Wheels. Monastery Parallel, Art Museum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen, 1996-97.}

Sam Gilliam worked in many mediums, including sculpture, painting, and printmaking. He is best known for his Drape paintings, which have been exhibited globally for decades. Gilliam’s Abstract Expressionist prints explore mark-making, texture, and form. His work is influenced by his experiences with the civil rights movement, his African American heritage, and his relationship with the Color Field school of artists.
_{—From Brandywine Workshop and Archives records}