Bale Creek Allen: Empire
Solway, Michael
Allen grew up in Fresno, California, but now resides in Austin, Texas. Fresno and Texas -- particularly Lubbock where his father is from -- have strong influences on Allen's art. He has been inspired by tumbleweeds, and tire treads. Empire consists of bronzed objects most of which evoke the feel of Americana: stars, stripes, lone ranger's mask. Other objects are a reflection of Allen's environment: tire treads, and taxidermy rattlesnakes. Alle...