Hank Willis Thomas “The Truth Is I See You” at MetroTech

This powerful piece is accompanied by a video of Thomas, Alexiev, and artist Jim Ricks’ work across the world capturing footage of other people’s “truths” in their mobile, touring Truth Booth. Tuesday evening, the Truth Booth made an appearance at the Metrotech and will come back later this year. Participants had the chance to share their truths into the booth, an intimate experience where participants are asked to finish the sentence “The truth is…” The booth has traveled to other countries like Afghanistan, Ireland, and South Africa.

Walking through the promenade there is a sense of peace and liberation reading and watching others revel their truths about life. While some are funny and light-hearted, others open your mind to the very real struggles that people across the globe are facing. One video recording of a young boy from Afghanistan is heart wrenching, the boy describing his family and town’s struggle to find water everyday. There is no electricity, no food, and barely any water to sustain his community. The Truth Is I See You is truly something to see and experience.

Hank Willis Thomas investigates identity through his artwork, working with photographer, sculpture, and architectural interventions. His work responds to popular culture, media and branding, and how we interpret the world around us.