Slant of Light by Rachel Hayes
March 20 - April 3, 2021
Tulsa-based artist Rachel Hayes created Slant of Light, a site-specific, multi-part public art installation in her signature vibrant fabrics during the month of March for the world-famous Round Top Spring Antique Show. Twice a year thousands of people descend on the tiny Texas town, population 90, for two weeks to hunt for treasures at this festival of epic proportions. Slant of Light marked Hayes’ first project for Texas, as well as the debut of Round Top’s public art program, curated by Piper Faust Public Art.
Hayes created multiple groupings of works installed outdoors at three venues, The Compound, The Farm at Wellville and The Halles. The artworks utilized brilliant colors executed in various fabrics including organza, polyester, and cotton, while exploring textiles inspired by the location such as heirloom lace-encrusted handkerchiefs and vintage table linens. Hayes interest lies in inserting color and form into both built and natural environments using scale and the inherent responsiveness of the delicate fabric to create reflective experiences and inset a feminist perspective into land art.
Artist: Rachel Hayes (Instagram/Website)
Location: Round Top, TX
Date: 2021
Type: Temporary Site-Specific Artwork Commission
Role: Curator + Project Manager
Photos by Chris Bacman, Rachel Hayes and Piper Faust. Video by Ade Ishola.