Queensboro Plaza (N/W/7)

Columns

Sydney Cash
Artwork in silkscreened glass by Sydney Cash showing thin black lines forming abstract geometric patterns.
“Columns” (2000) by Sydney Cash at Queensboro Plaza. Photo: David Lubarsky

About the project

In describing his work and intent in creating the silkscreened glass panels, Sidney Cash says, "As viewers walks along the platform, they are able to watch the panels' imagery transform as patterns appear and disappear in response to their movement ...The patterns on the panels have been designed to relate to the style of embellishment of Arts and Crafts-influenced architecture. As parts of the building are enhanced by diamond-shaped tiles, so are the patterns on the optical panels based upon the diamond shape. The vibrancy of movement and the patterns in the panels create a visual dialogue between the Arts and Crafts style, the motion of the trains, and the high-tech world of today.... For the people who take the time to look, this installation becomes a moving exhibition." 

About the artist

New York artist and educator Sydney Cash works with glass, metal, paper, oil, and light to create unique works that explore movement and identity in a variety of media. His work embraces patterns and portraiture, and the threads that bring the two together. Cash uses patterns to bring movement to stagnant forms. By layering portraits with various oscillating patterns, Cash’s portraits offer psychological references to the character of the people being portrayed. Through a life dedicated to creative pursuits, Cash has found new ways of exploring old mediums, including his original works in glass and mirror.