Classic Black is the most recent sculptural exhibition at the Mint Museum Randolph. Inspired by the hauntingly dark and matte basalt sculptures of Josiah Wedgwood. The sculptures are striking in their own right, but they’re presented in conjunction with the amorphous and flowing designs of local artist Owl, a member of Southern Tiger Collective, an innovative partnership facilitated by exhibit designer, HannaH Crowell.

We sit down with Brian Gallagher, Curator of Decorative Arts at the Mint Museum, and Owl to speak about the design behind the exhibition, how Owl’s art enhances the sculptures and what the collaboration with a local artist means for the museum.

Photo Credit: Casey Hendrickson