Ann Dancing by Julian Opie
Julian Opie
“Ann Dancing”
2007
Four light emitting display panels (LEDs); paint, aluminum, glass, and lights
73 1/2 x 34 x 34 (without the base)
Artwork © Julian Opie, 2007
Situated within the Mass. Ave Cultural District, Ann Dancing references the historic use of the female form as architectural embellishment. Whether looking at the caryatids on the acropolis in Athens, Greece or the personifications of Industry, Agriculture, Justice and Literature found at Indianapolis' own Federal Courthouse, the female form has often been used in the development of inspiring places.
Julian Opie is internationally regarded for his artwork, which often updates aesthetic traditions. In 2005, Opie created a temporary exhibition in public spaces of Indianapolis entitled Julian Opie: Signs. He produced this, his first 4-side LED "column," for that show. It was acquired through a partnership of the Central Indiana Community Foundation, the Indianapolis Cultural Development Commission, and the Arts Council of Indianapolis for the Cultural Trail.
Visit: www.julianopie.com to learn more about the artist.
