How monochromatic paint can expose systemic history in urban decay
In short: Artist Amanda Williams explores how color theory intersects with social justice. She takes viewers to Chicago's South Side to see how she transformed abandoned buildings into a catalyst for community dialogue.
Williams presents 'Color(ed) Theory,' a two-year project where she painted houses slated for demolition in bold, monochromatic hues. These choices were not merely aesthetic; they were infused with local meaning to make hidden histories visible and spark conversation about race and redlining.
The work stems from Williams' lifelong fascination with color complexity, bridging the gap between formal art theory and the lived experience of systemic inequality.
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