“Column,” an artwork by Leo Villareal created in 2004, encapsulates the essence of the Neo-Minimalism, Light, and Space movements within the genre of installation art. The artwork presents an arrangement of several vertical light fixtures installed on the walls of a white room. These light fixtures consist of multiple fluorescent tubes emitting a serene blend of blue and white light that subtly shifts in intensity. The composition utilizes the interplay of light and space to evoke a sense of tranquility and contemplation, characteristic of the Light and Space movement. The minimalist arrangement focuses the viewer’s attention on the elemental use of light, creating an immersive spatial experience that transforms the perception of the surrounding environment.
