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Overview
Exploring the dichotomy between ugliness and beauty.
Dan Lam is an American sculptor of Vietnamese ancestry, best known for her "drippy" sculptures and use of vibrant color. Using non-traditional materials of polyurethane foam, acrylic paint and epoxy resin, her finished work often dangles over shelf ledges, contrasting emotions of desire and disgust. Lam lives and works in Dallas.
As her work has progressed, Lam continues to explore the dichotomy between ugliness and beauty, pressing the boundary of perception where beauty seems to become too much, suddenly flipping to the grotesque.
Lam plays with themes of organic vs. inanimate, seriousness vs. playfulness, soft and hard. Lam attempts to find a balance between and among these contradictory concepts to evoke emotions and thoughtful consideration of shifting lines and perception. This exploration of the boundary between the beautiful and the ugly creates different responses among those who view her art.
Instagram sensation Lam’s tactile, technicolor sculptures use unconventional materials to playfully tread a line between allure and repulsion. Made of painted polyurethane foam and often covered in spikes, her blob-like pieces that appear to melt and drip have brought Lam hordes of social media fans.
Lam began experimenting with the possibilities of foam after receiving her MFA from Arizona State University, and she has continued to test its limits by scaling up. While her pieces appear otherworldly, Lam steadily draws inspiration from the everyday, taking cues from nature and the human body.
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Series
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Personal, 2023Dan Lam - "Personal" (2023)
Vibrant, Sensory, and Unmistakably Dan Lam
Guy Hepner proudly presents "Personal" (2023) by acclaimed contemporary artist Dan Lam—a striking example of her signature organic, otherworldly sculptural forms. A mesmerizing interplay of texture, color, and form, this artwork exemplifies Lam’s innovative approach to contemporary sculpture.
Why Collect "Personal" (2023)?
✔ Original & Handcrafted: One-of-a-kind sculpture, handmade by Dan Lam.
✔ Signature Neon & Texture: Hypnotic hues and signature drippy textures give it an irresistible tactile quality.
✔ Museum-Worthy Artwork: Lam’s work has been exhibited in galleries worldwide and is part of prestigious private collections.
✔ Investment Value: As Dan Lam’s reputation continues to grow, her artworks are highly sought after in both primary and secondary markets.
About Dan Lam
Dan Lam is a contemporary sculptor known for her vibrant, amorphous creations that blur the line between organic and surreal. Her work plays with color theory, perception, and the tension between attraction and repulsion, often evoking a liquid-like or alien quality. Each piece is meticulously crafted using polyurethane foam, acrylic, and resin—giving them their distinctively drippy, hyper-glossy finish.
Foam, acrylic, glue and resin9 x 11 1/2 x 7 in
22.9 x 29.2 x 17.8 cmUniqueSeries: DripsCopyright The ArtistDan Lam is an American sculptor of Vietnamese ancestry, best known for her 'drippy' sculptures and use of vibrant color. Using non-traditional materials of polyurethane foam, acrylic paint and epoxy...Dan Lam is an American sculptor of Vietnamese ancestry, best known for her "drippy" sculptures and use of vibrant color. Using non-traditional materials of polyurethane foam, acrylic paint and epoxy resin, her finished work often dangles over shelf ledges, contrasting emotions of desire and disgust.ExhibitionsNews-
The Art of Dan Lam
From Instagram Sensation to Gallery Star February 26, 2025Dan Lam is a contemporary artist who has garnered significant attention and acclaim for her unique and vibrant sculptures that blend organic forms with playful...Read more -
Dan Lam
The Unconventional Sculpture January 8, 2024Dan Lam , an artist renowned for her innovative and captivating sculptures, intricately combines organic forms with vibrant colors to create mesmerizing artworks. Her process...Read more
