The Merwin Gallery at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington has been transformed into a space that invites exploration. As the artist describes, it's an installation that truly comes to life when gallery visitors immerse themselves in the 'Den.'
'Den' Creates Unique Space
Published January 12, 2016 at 7:30 AM CST
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Artist Asia Ward in 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Artist Asia Ward in 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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'Den' offers a chance to explore through a strange landscape.
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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'Den' offers a chance to explore through a strange landscape.
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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A window in 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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A window in 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Clear plastic columns rise through the space.
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Clear plastic columns rise through the space.
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Asia Ward in her creation, 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Asia Ward in her creation, 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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'Den'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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'Den'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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The lights go on and off, altering the mood inside 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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The lights go on and off, altering the mood inside 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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The strange beauty of 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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The strange beauty of 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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A view to the back of the installation.
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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A view to the back of the installation.
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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The light beckons you onward...
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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The light beckons you onward...
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Interior window
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Interior window
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Asia Ward, at the entrance of 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT
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Asia Ward, at the entrance of 'Den.'
Laura Kennedy / WGLT