Greenspace | Keith M. Francis

Greenspace by Keith M. Francis. A minimal, square mixed media wall sculpture examining environmental commodification, artificial landscapes, and suburban nature.

A mixed-media installation titled "GREENSPACE" by Keith Francis. The artwork consists of a large, uniform square of vibrant green artificial turf mounted flush against a neutral, light-colored wall. The turf has a dense, realistic texture that mimics a perfectly manicured lawn, creating a bold geometric shape of organic color made from synthetic material. The piece is installed in a gallery setting, illuminated from above to create soft shadows that emphasize its three-dimensional thickness. Below the work, a polished hardwood floor with a visible grain pattern provides a secondary natural texture, further highlighting the artist's interrogation of what is "natural" versus "man-made." The composition is minimalist and centered, forcing a direct confrontation with the artificiality of the medium.
50" H x 50" W x 2" D

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