Spring 1971 - 1972

Curator: David Leverett's piece, simply entitled "Spring," captivates with its intricate design. What's your initial take on it? Editor: It feels… warm. The interwoven lattice of triangles gives a sense of immense textural depth, yet it also seems fragile. Curator: Leverett, born in 1938, often explores complex systems and patterns. We might consider how "Spring" resonates with the cyclical renewals inherent in nature, but also within social and political movements. Editor: Perhaps. But the color harmonies also suggest a deep study of pointillism—a field of small chromatic marks coalescing into a unified optical experience. The materiality seems central. Curator: I agree, but isn't the abstraction itself a commentary? The lack of identifiable figures pushes us to question the very nature of representation. Editor: Possibly. However, I think the artist draws attention to the materiality of the color itself. Curator: I see your point about the colors and construction. Editor: Exactly, which is how Leverett communicates with the viewer. Curator: I’ll consider this new aspect while analyzing its cultural effects. Editor: And I, the sociopolitical currents that shape its creation.