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9-layer screenprint on Somerset Tub Sized 600gsm paper - Signed, dated and numbered on the front // Hank Willis Thomas’ Who Taught You To Love? is a powerful 9-layer screenprint that draws on the aesthetic of bold typography and color contrast to make a profound statement. The text, in red and green letters set against a stark black background, asks the poignant question: Who Taught You To Love? This phrase, presented with a dynamic slant and bold typeface, confronts the viewer directly, prompting reflection on the sources of love and education in their lives. The strategic use of red and green against black amplifies the intensity of the message, making the artwork feel both personal and political. Signed, numbered, and dated on the front, this piece exemplifies Thomas' ongoing exploration of identity, culture, and social justice.
Who Taught You To Love?, 2021
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9-layer screenprint on Somerset Tub Sized 600gsm paper - Signed, dated and numbered on the front // Hank Willis Thomas’ Who Taught You To Love? is a powerful 9-layer screenprint that draws on the aesthetic of bold typography and color contrast to make a profound statement. The text, in red and green letters set against a stark black background, asks the poignant question: Who Taught You To Love? This phrase, presented with a dynamic slant and bold typeface, confronts the viewer directly, prompting reflection on the sources of love and education in their lives. The strategic use of red and green against black amplifies the intensity of the message, making the artwork feel both personal and political. Signed, numbered, and dated on the front, this piece exemplifies Thomas' ongoing exploration of identity, culture, and social justice.
What is Lettrism?
Lettrism is an art form that uses letters, words, and symbols to create artwork. The movement was established in Paris in the 1940s and later gained popularity in the 1950s in America. Lettrisme is the French spelling of the movement's name, derived from the French word for letter.
