The ongoing Art Basel Miami sees Christian Louboutin hosting the latest works by Chinese artist Ye Hongxing. The collaboration taking place at Louboutin’s boutique in Miami’s Design District will have one of China’s most unique artistic voices, Hongxing presenting a solo exhibition, ‘The Dazzling Future’ exploring the chaotic, isolating and often fragmentary
effect of the rapid development of her homeland during the festival.
Gathering everyday materials and imagery inspired by mainstream media, Hongxing has created a series of highly-detailed compositions that explode with colour. The artist’s medium of choice is a variety of sticker material, its manifold applications creating a unique, layered visualization of her subject matter.
On the other hand, the vibrant Louboutin boutique comes as a perfect backdrop for the artist’s work. The store features a coral stone façade covered with live orchids creating a tropical and exotic foretaste to the collections inside. The entrance’s awning mimics a shoe’s sole – complete with Louboutin signature red – as it swoops and cantilevers over the sidewalk.
About the collaboration Christian Louboutin comments, “The multiple pop vision of Ye Hongxing fits perfectly the brightness of Miami”.
