Serif / Seraphim, Out of Emptiness
Schrier’s interest in the power of vacant space led to a series of cut steel works; calligraphic, human-like forms of Hebrew words of significance that are visualized through the empty space within them. The Kabalistic stacking of letters to form a figure, Sifirot, the art of early 20th century paper cutting, and micrography (the miniaturization of tractates formed to resemble living organisms) are prominent influences in Schrier’s calligraphic works. Shadows from the painted steel panels result in the figure/words projected as light.
Left to right: Joy / Wisdom / Soul / Love
Serif/Seraphim, Selected works emphasizing light and Shadow:
Compassionateness Righteousness Knowledge
Serif/Seraphim, Selected works emphasizing color:
Joy Love
Soul Wisdom
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