The artwork, titled “Who’s Afraid of Red, Yellow & Blue,” was created by Robert Irwin in 2006. This piece is part of the Light and Space art movement and is categorized as an installation.
In the artwork, the viewer is presented with a spacious room containing large, horizontal planes of red, yellow, and blue. These planes are both suspended from the ceiling and laid on the floor, creating a symmetrical balance that emphasizes the contrasts and interactions between these primary colors. The simplicity and boldness of the hues effectively engage with the surrounding light and space, encouraging the observer to experience and contemplate the optical and perceptual effects induced by the primary colors and their spatial arrangement. The minimalistic design and thoughtful use of color and space are characteristic of Irwin’s exploration within the Light and Space movement, inviting an immersive experience that is both visually and intellectually stimulating.
