Sunday, October 6, 2013

New Artist Statement


My work explores the many varieties of anatomical structures within vertebrates and invertebrates.  I wish to address the many issues surrounding these bodies: such as mortality, function and decay.  By investigating the complex structures I allow myself freedom to play and permit changes to occur within my pieces.  The metal is most often metaphorical for armor, which protects the vulnerable insides.  I enjoy seeing how these organic structures function, and welcome the challenge of pounding, cutting and scraping a similar structure out of my materials.  I am currently experimenting with other organic materials such as stone and animal remains to broaden my understanding of anatomy.  Creating a space where two separate materials can compliment each other is an interesting puzzle to me. These structures come more easily to me in their three-dimensional forms.

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