Lonnie Holley
A Life Forged in Found Materials Lonnie Holley, born February 10, 1950, in Birmingham, Alabama, is more than an artist; he’s a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of creativity. His journey, deeply rooted in the complexities of the Jim Crow South, has blossomed into a globally recognized artistic practice encompassing assemblage sculpture, immersive environments, and profoundly moving music. Ho…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Lonnie Holley's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Lonnie Holley's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
