Life & Work with Willie Cole of West Bottoms

Today we’d like to introduce you to Willie Cole.

Hi Willie, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?

I came to KC after being awarded an art commission to be included in the new International Airport MCI. After the commission was completed and installed, it was so loved that I was encouraged to create miniature replicas. These replicas are sold at the store, Made in KC, in town, and at the airport

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
smooth

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am a multimedia visual artist, better known as a sculptor, who prefers the term “Perceptual Engineer.” I make things out of other things i.e. assemblage. What distinguishes me from other assemblage artists is that my sculptures are made from a single object multiplied. For example, in the airport commission, 12 saxophones equals a bird.. In another example, 30 shoes might equal a bust or mask. You might be tempted to see my work as 3-dimensional op art. My goals are spiritual. I seek to give these objects new life. Reincarnation might be an appropriate term.

How do you think about luck?
You are assuming i believe in luck. I do not.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://williecole.com
• Instagram: williecoleart
• Facebook: williecole
• LinkedIn: williecole
• Soundcloud: blackgomez