The “Solefolio” art exhibit in the John B. Coleman Library is showcasing artwork from Professor Anne Johnson, of the School of Architecture.
The art is represented in a series, grouping pieces together based upon their purpose.”The artwork was very empowering…it was made of really cool found objects and it was nice to see creativity put together in that way,” said sophomore English major Ciera Gibson.
“Rap de la Sole”, the hip-hop series presents art that is meant to represent what a person might find, 100 years from now, if they were to dig up artifacts from the hip-hop culture.
Johnson uses a microphone, a spray can, and a pair of Adidas as symbols of what defines hip-hop in the present.
There are also portraits of influential people in the African-American community, such as Run DMC and Spike Lee.
The hoop series, titled “hoop dreamin” is a reflection on the social issues surrounding the National Basketball Association (NBA). Johnson shows her creativity by using several “found objects” to build various basketball goals.
The goals include beaded representations of ancient African men, and connecting the African-American people with their African ancestors.
Senior architecture science major Quincy Guidry, responded most to the colorful pieces in the exhibit. “The art transitioned from the beginning of time to where we are now, the vibrant colors and where we’ve come from in ancient civilization to modern times.” said Guidry.
Johnson’s “Foot Paintings,” which she is most recognized for, consists of works in which she uses her feet to create art.
Other works include her series titled “It’s the not Knowing That Burns my Sole,” a look into the mystery surrounding her great-grandmother’s life and many other works.
This collection is retrospective of the last ten years of her work. Johnson exposes her students to many different forms of art reminding her students, “don’t look at the art, look into it,” causing “different students to respond to different pieces…it depends on the person.”