DRAWING RESTRAINT 26

Executed and filmed in Gladstone’s 21st Street gallery, DRAWING RESTRAINT 26 features a duet between dancer Raphael Xavier and Barney, who portrays quarterback Ken Stabler. The film intertwines movement and visual art, using running drills and mark-making to delve into the physical and psychological damage experienced by both players in their respective fields.

Xavier's performance includes creating traces on the gallery walls while impacted by a cast clay weight, signifying the toll of athleticism. Stabler, one of the first NFL players diagnosed with Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, contributes to the work with a metal barbell and clay weight attached to his skull, deepening the exploration of memory and trauma in sports. This piece stands out for its unique approach to storytelling through performance and visual expression, making it a noteworthy entry in the Drawing Restraint Collection.