"Using thousands of hand-cut strips of silk, Nguyen draws on his background in fashion design, employing techniques such as pinning, weaving, sewing, and layering to create what he describes as 'deconstructed paintings.'"
"Every time a piece is installed, its undulations are determined by where the pins are placed, and it assumes something of a new version."
"Nguyen's approach to silk as a kind of 'second skin' adapts to its environment, represents memories and heritage, and serves as a metaphor for his personal identity."
Kenny Nguyen, originally from Vietnam, utilizes silk to create large-scale wall works that blend weaving, painting, and sculpture. His pieces, made from hand-cut silk strips, are described as 'deconstructed paintings' that evoke movement. Each installation is unique, as the placement of pins alters the piece's form. Nguyen views silk as a 'second skin' that adapts to its surroundings, symbolizing memories and personal identity. His work is currently exhibited at Saatchi Gallery in Textile Art Redefined.
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