On The Wall: Contemporary Wallpaper New Arrivals against an opaque black background

against an opaque black background

Process and Practice tells a story of contemporary art at FWM that explores the creative process along with finished works of art from the permanent collection

also weaving in references to folklore narratives

Cotton sateen Fabric width: 55 inches

and rap music

On The Wall: Contemporary Wallpaper New Arrivals against an opaque black backgroundWallpaper is ubiquitous in domestic settings, but it has rarely been given the kind of attention bestowed on fine art objects or other applied arts. Contemporary artists have discovered the potential of wallpaper as a medium for both its aesthetic and political overtones. This publication documents two related exhibitions mounted at the RISD Museum and FWM in 2003. The images and essays explore the current, vibrant wallpaper art scene, and provide an