Artwork copyright Del. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.

Artwork copyright Del. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.

Artwork copyright Del. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2023.

Piece of the Pie, 2021

Del
(American | British)

Location: Washington State School for the Blind, Vancouver

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Del the Artist created Piece of the Pie as an interactive artwork for both sighted and non-sighted viewers. This freestanding piece addresses “social and cultural disparities experienced systemically in the BIPOC community.” The tabletop is divided into twelve sections with words in English and in braille, including Community, Justice, Health, Love, and more. A rotating arm that spins around the circle. Del is a blind, black, British woodcarver working in Portland, Oregon.

This artwork is part of a curated collection by Gregg Schlanger in October 2023 for the Washington State School for the Blind in Vancouver. The local Art Selection Committee wanted artworks that anyone can approach and fully experience and understand via more than just sight. Gregg Schlanger selected artworks that have a tactile experience. This artwork is meant to be touched.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Washington State School for the Blind.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Del is inspired by historical accounts from past eras, the present, and prophetic glances of the possibilities for Blacks in the future. Del seeks to reclaim or establish a portrayal of Black folk in the history of Western culture. Inherently political, his work aspires to be accessible to a curious audience that enters with an open heart and mind. Del is a blind, black, British and Jamaican woodcarver working in Portland, Oregon.