Martin Sobey

Although there are numerous types of work on Martin Sobey’s site, I’m really enamored with what he’s done to city cracks and crevices.

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It’s so easy to tune out while walking in a city, and resign oneself to simply getting through the harsh gray pavement and elements of decay.

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I would be thrilled to pass one of Sobey’s projects; bursts of vibrant color and life seeping through the cracks…as if there’s an intensely rich world beneath. These designs are a reversal of all expectations.

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I appreciate how the blasts of color encourage people to look beyond the facade of mundane appearances.

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2 responses to “Martin Sobey”

  1. Thanks for your posting of my work. I would love to have you see one in real life! They are so ephemeral, that sometimes I don’t even get to see them after my initial installation- they get taken or taken down. When I do get to see them, and they stay up a bit, unknown forces (rain, snow, wind, cars, people) break them down. The decay is beautiful and represents the great potential of the unknown. Thanks again and stay in touch -Martin Sobey

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