Zavier Ellis: Sites of Conflict
Zavier Ellis surveys the patterns that emerge from protest.
Continuing out partnership with the Torrance Art Museum (TAM) in Torrance, California, we bring you our conversation with Zavier Ellis, a UK-based artist presenting a solo show at TAM titled Sites of Conflict.
Zavier draws on the immense history of protest movements and surveys the patterns that emerge through the use of slogans, leaders, signs, and walls. Sites of Conflict opens during a prescient time in Los Angeles, as widespread protests have occurred across the city and nation against immigration raids. In this conversation, Eric asks Zavier about his examination on audience's reactions to his work and, in a deeper sense, the content of it.
See more of Zavier Ellis's work at zavierellis.com and follow him on Instagram @ZavierEllisStudio.
A special thank you to Torrance Art Museum for its continued support of these artists and allowing this discussion. To learn about upcoming shows visit TorranceArtMuseum.com.
We are also sharing our interviews in podcast form. Search “The Artscene” wherever you get your podcasts.
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Exodus V, 2023 | Freiheit I, 2023 | Liberté II, 2023 - On view at TAM, Courtesy of the artist
Coverage and interview by Eric Beal, Los Angeles Curator
