Nick Cave creates “Soundsuits”—surreally majestic objects blending fashion and sculpture—that originated as metaphorical suits of armor. “I was building this suit of armor,” says Nick Cave in our “Chicago” episode. “Something that I could shield myself from the world and society.” “Soundsuits” serve as an alien second skin that obscures race, gender, and class, allowing viewers to look without bias towards the wearer’s identity. “I want to change our way of engaging with one another,” Watch the

Inspired by racial injustice and police brutality, Nick Cave - Visual Artist has been crafting wearable sculptures called “soundsuits” for nearly 30 years. Each piece is like a protective second skin. | Great Big Story