Light Sentence 1971

In Laddie John Dill’s ‘Light Sentence’ we have an artwork made of light and electricity! Look at the color, these neon reds and oranges and how the artist has used this to create a linear form that cuts across the darkness. I’m thinking about what it must be like to work with a medium like neon. It’s not paint, but it’s still about color and light, isn't it? There is an element of danger, electricity, and a sense of transformation, taking something invisible and making it visible. I like to think about other artists, such as Dan Flavin, who are working with light. There's a shared interest in light, space, and perception, but each artist brings a unique sensibility. Dill’s ‘Light Sentence’ is a testament to the ongoing conversations that artists have with one another across time and space. It’s about energy, both physical and creative!