Page 43 - The Digital Cloth Issue 6

At first glance, many believe that
Ian Berry’s work are blue toned
photographs or indigo coloured oil
paintings. This is not only when
viewed online or in print, when much

of the depth and detail is lost, but
even up close. Even at touching
distance, many viewers don’t realise
that they are looking at many layers,
and shades, of denim jeans.

But of course, it is testament to his
work that it is not all about it being

just about it being art in old jeans
that makes it special. It is simply his
medium for seeing the world, his
paint, and what a material to use in
this modern world; with all its
symbols and dualities, as well as
being such a common item of
clothing that unites many around the
globe.