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Machete as Medium: The Art of Linda Stein |
| Section: THE ARTS / CRAFT & DESIGN |
| Author: Stephen Henkin |
| Publication: The world & I online |
| Issue Date: 10/1/1994 |
| Size: 2,034 Words, 12,244 Characters |
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Linda Stein is literally on the cutting edge of her craft. The New York City-based artist begins her innovative work with razor-sharp machetes, turning them into remarkable sculptures that elicit a strong response. At a time when the threat of crime and street violence seems unavoidable, Stein approaches this urgent issue in a unique and imaginative manner.
"I have taken this weapon, a potentially destructive weapon, and converted it into a constructive form. By doing this, I am visually controlling violence," says Stein, who found herself intrigued by the machete's long, slow curve. "It was the duality that held my fascination. The power, aggression, force, threat of the steel blade contrasted with the soft roundness of its curve. By fusing the steel with curvilinear wood forms and ...
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...he concept that girls shouldn't play with knives. So I'm going against the stereotype there."
Indeed, Stein's work is going a long way in breaking down outmoded gender-based concepts--and turning some menacing weapons into memorable art as well. Blades will never be the same. The Linda Stein Studio is located at 100 Reade St., New York, NY 10013. (212) 964-6007. By appointment only.
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