Lab Document 08 S-04 (2006) is a silkscreen-on-canvas work by Pendleton, known for his conceptual and text-based approach to art. Through mixed media, he explores themes of identity, language, and history. Influenced by movements such as Dada, Minimalism and Conceptual Art, Pendleton addresses issues of race, culture and collective memory through a contemporary lens.

In Lab Document 08 S-04, Pendleton layers text and imagery via silkscreen printing, creating a composition that feels simultaneously structured and abstract. His “Lab Document” series delves into the intersection of language and form, where fragmented words, phrases and symbols are rearranged to evoke new meanings.

By isolating and layering text, Pendleton deconstructs conventional communication, inviting viewers to interpret the material in an open-ended manner.

The silk-screening process reflects Pendleton’s interest in blending mediums and pushing the boundaries of painting. Lab Document 08 S-04 encapsulates his ongoing exploration of how language shapes identity and perception, encouraging viewers to question the narratives embedded in familiar words and symbols. Through this piece, Pendleton uses text as both a visual and conceptual device, prompting reflection on history, identity, and the role of language in shaping our understanding of the world.