HAUTE MESS

"Vibrant Lichtenstein-inspired dress sculpture by artist Kristin Simmons. The piece resembles a draped garment, perhaps a robe or dress, featuring a rich tapestry of abstract shapes, lips, and florals in bold colors against a muted backdrop. The thre

Haute Mess - Lichtenstein

DIMENSIONS: 40(h) x 27.5(w) x 4(d)
MEDIUM: Mixed Media Sculpture Dress
YEAR: 2006

Vibrant Wesselman-inspired sculpture by artist Kristin Simmons. The piece resembles a robe or dress, featuring a rich tapestry of abstract shapes, lips, and florals in bold colors against a muted backdrop. The three-dimensional structure conveys the

Haute Mess - Wesselmann

DIMENSIONS: 40(h) x 27.5(w) x 4(d)
MEDIUM: Mixed Media Sculpture Dress
YEAR: 2006

According to multiple studies, approximately 51% of all visual artists are female, but less than 5% of artists featured in the world’s most prominent museums and galleries are women. “Haute Mess” spoofs the stark reality that the decision to use the female form or sexuality as a theme has been pivotal to the success of myriad, iconic male artists.

Close-up of the zipper on a sculptural painted dress of a woman's face in pop art style
Closeup of a sculptural dress painted in lichtenstein style with pink, yellow, blue details and a kleenex.

During the work’s creation process, water spilled on the paper canvases, and instead of throwing them away, Simmons decided to mold them into a sculpture. The resulting forms feature appropriated, emblematic pop images that are a double-entendre on both the object, the objectified, and our obsession with cultural norms and molds of beauty in both history and art history.

Close-up of a mixed media sculpture by Kristin Simmons. The artwork features a textured pink surface with bold black and white stripes. A piece of tissue, with frayed edges, extends from the sculpture, adding depth and a tactile element to the compos
Closeup of a sculptural dress painted in lichtenstein style with pink, yellow, blue details and a kleenex.

While clothing and accessories inform our relationship with nature, the environment, and each other, they also express our identity and values in an increasingly vulnerable and fragile world. Face coverings and other artworks lend insight into our personal experiences and life journeys - not only what we learn or see, but also how we feel and what we project from within - while reminding us of societal issues that plague us at large.

Close-up detail of a dress sculpture inspired by Roy Lichtenstein's 'The Kiss.' The image showcases vibrant cascading red ribbons, against a pale pink fabric backdrop adorned with distinct black brushstrokes. These strokes form facial features and em
Two vertical sculptural artworks displayed side by side against a white wall. On the left is a draped fabric sculpture, with a bold pattern of comic-style female faces with features such as blue eyes and red lips prominently highlighted. The piece is
Close-up detail of a Lichtenstein-inspired dress sculpture, focusing on facial features rendered in bold black strokes on a soft pink fabric. The depicted eye and nose are accentuated with shimmering silver teardrops. A zipper runs diagonally across
Close-up of a Lichtenstein-inspired dress sculpture. The art showcases bold, pop-art patterns with contrasting shades of pink, black, and silver. Notable details include a shiny silver eyelid, abstract black brushstrokes, and a partially unzipped are
Closeup of a sculptural dress painted in lichtenstein style with pink, yellow, blue details and a kleenex.
A striking artwork by Kristin Simmons, captured from a different angle, emphasizing the intricacies of its design. The piece depicts a three-dimensional draped garment, resembling a robe, with a patchwork of vibrant colors and abstract patterns. Icon
Closeup of a comic book style painting of a woman on a sculptural dress with glitter and a tissue.
Two artworks showcased at Denis Bloch Fine Art gallery in Los Angeles. On the left, a framed piece captures flowing lines in black and streaks of red against a dotted backdrop. Adjacent to it, a bold vertical canvas presents an abstract sculpture wit
Close-up detail of a Lichtenstein-inspired dress sculpture. The image captures cascading red ribbon strands that resemble a decorative accessory against a skin-colored fabric backdrop. The art displays bold black brushstrokes indicative of facial fea
Close-up of the zipper on a sculptural painted dress of a woman's face in pop art style
An expressive artwork by Kristin Simmons displayed at Denis Bloch Fine Art. The piece showcases a three-dimensional draped garment with a vivid patchwork of colors and abstract patterns. Shapes resembling lips, flowers, and geometric forms dominate t
Close-up of a textured artwork showcasing expressive black brushstrokes that form an eye and eyelashes. The pale pink background contrasts with silver foil elements, and a white zipper partially covers the painted surface.
Two comic book style sculptures hanging on a white wall above a table and two chairs.
Bold and expressive artwork by Kristin Simmons dominates a contemporary living space. The painting, set against a dark background, features fragmented facial elements intertwined with vibrant strokes of yellow, blue, and red. The room is complemented
Comic style bright artwork sculptural piece on a black canvas hanging above a plant and bench.
Pop art style painting of Lichtenstein comic book school shaped into a sculptural dress against a black canvas hanging on a white wall.
Tom Wesselman inspired artwork by Kristin Simmons of a woman's robe centered between two chairs.
Vibrant abstract artwork displayed on a beige wall, featuring expressive strokes of black, blue, yellow, and red on a figure's face. The painting stands out in a modern room setting with a minimalist chair, tall black lamp, and a potted plant.
A contemporary living space featuring a bold artwork by artist Kristin Simmons on the wall. The artwork displays an abstract, fragmented face with vivid strokes of yellow, blue, and red against a black background. The face is characterized by promine
A 3D mixed media collage in the shape of a bathrobe depicting Tom Wesselmann inspired artwork hanging on a wall.
A 3D mixed media collage hanging above two chair in the shape of a dress depicting Pop art motifs of a man and a woman embracing.