Rena Small: A Lifelong Exploration of Hands and Artistic Legacy Rena Small (born 1954) stands as a singular figure in contemporary conceptual art, distinguished by her unwavering dedication to a project begun in 1984 – *Artists’ Hands Grid Continuum*. This ambitious undertaking transcends mere photographic documentation; it embodies a profound meditation on artistic identity, history, and the enduring power of gesture. Small's work isn’t about capturing faces or narratives but rather focusing intently on hands—a deliberate choice that speaks volumes about her artistic philosophy and its conn…