Burton D. Morgan Gallery
My identity as a mother and caregiver is intertwined with my role as an artist. Understanding the behavior of materials and using processes akin to domestic tasks fosters a sense of familiarity with forms and muscle memory. This enables me to engage with the nuances of the materials, their responsiveness to my hands, and the fusion of clay shaping and the use of kitchen tools in my creative process.
My work traverses the domestic realm through the use of tools and themes centered around pregnancy, children, and motherhood, interwoven with memories and traditions from my childhood.
In my recent artworks, I draw inspiration from the natural forms of organisms and integrate them into sculptures crafted from polymer clay. My artworks invite viewers to explore hidden complexities within the monochromatic surfaces. By capturing the dynamic shapes and intricate details of nature, rooted in my childhood memories, I convey the diverse emotions and states experienced by women during their journey of growth.
Funding for this exhibition generously provided by the Julia Shoolroy Halloran Endowed Fund and the Dillon Artist Lecture Fund
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Artist talk
Tuesday, January 28, 4 pm, Ebert Art Center
Workshop
Tuesday, March 4, 4 pm, Ebert 216