February 2nd found me in downtown Charleston visiting the Halsey Art Institute to view Lesley Dill's exhibit. I also watched part of a film featuring the artist, so it was quite wonderful to have some insight into her creativity. Her larger than life pieces where the words/quotes are predominantly featured are quite fabulous, and, though their true meaning and impact are a bit lost on me, I can still truly appreciate them. And, I am in awe of the imaginings in her mind when looking at the dresses. But, the wire just blew me away. I can't even fathom thinking or dreaming of such a piece, but, it is , oh, my...... The meaning of the display, so important to Ms Dill, escapes me (so I am glad she speaks of what it represents)- I am dumbfounded, however, by how 2 million feet of fine wire can look like long, long tresses of hair. In fact, when the Institute opened the packed-down display, then put it in place to exhibit, Ms. Dill instructed them to go in each day and "fluff" it. She is simply amazing!
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