In his multidisciplinary practice — from live performances involving
embedded microphones in sculptures made of sneakers
and foam
and other electronic musical equipment to sculptural works of found objects (often his own) such as shredded hoodies, du - rags,
and basketball jerseys — Kevin Beasley explores connections between the physical
and aura,
and personal memory
and lived experience, with the broader issues of power,
sexuality,
gender,
and race in urban America.