Jacob Hashimoto's 'Giant Arc' Debuts at SFMOMA with 75,000 Paper Kites

The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) has unveiled 'Giant Arc,' the largest installation by Jacob Hashimoto to date. This impressive artwork incorporates nearly 75,000 kite-like pieces crafted from bamboo and printed Japanese paper, forming a dynamic 'cloud canopy' that hangs from the ceiling. Spanning the entire ground floor gallery, the installation features vibrant colors and patterns that ripple and interact with the floor. As natural light filters through the museum's expansive windows, the installation's appearance shifts throughout the day. Hashimoto aims for the piece to inspire wonder in visitors of all ages, emphasizing elements such as contrast and repetition. He remarked, "The gravity of Giant Arc is its universality," allowing viewers to uncover personal meanings. The exhibition will be displayed until mid-2028.