Vernon François grows The Tree of Hope

Artist portraits and gallery scenes surround close details of the hair-made installation, documenting The Tree of Hope at the October Crowns in Bloom exhibition.

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for hairstylist + fine artist @vernonfrancois, “hope is the belief that growth remains possible, even when the path ahead is unclear.” that’s the philosophy behind “The Tree of Hope,” now on view at our art exhibition Crowns in Bloom 🌳 handmade using primarily human + synthetic hair, the installation was finished with fluxus + headstrong hairsprays + top gloss shine spray. “I love listening to the material + allowing it to guide the work,” he says. there’s still time to experience “The Tree of Hope” + the rest of the exhibition IRL. admission is free + open to the public through October 9 🌸 see you there! 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. 526 West 26th Street, Suite 207 New York, NY 10011

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