Untitled
2008
pastel
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
2008
pastel
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting looks like a dark, cloudy sky with two tall, empty window frames. One frame is filled with faded, colorful paper—like old photos or torn pages. The other frame has a red, rusty look, as if it’s covered in dirt or paint. The frames stick out sharp against the soft, gray background. The artist used airbrush to create the sky’s fuzzy, stormy texture. The colors inside the frames pop in contrast to the muted tones around them. It’s like the painting is asking: *What’s behind the window?* Check out Sterling Ruby to see how he mixes everyday objects with big ideas.