Solo Exhibition - August 1-31
My core objective with this exhibition is
not to present "paintings" but to show an array of ideas. I see every
'object' I make as an opportunity to clarify my vision. Specific
applications of paint or technique are lower in my
priorities of process, because my interest in expressing my ideas come first. That
being said, I'm offering a twist on different materials, such as my use
of gold and silver leaf, various shades of glitter, and embossing
powder. These materials are typically considered as craft and design
mediums, but my interpretation of these materials offers opportunities
to distort preconceptions. It's apparent that I'm in love with a
specific color green, which has many connotations to me. My usage of
found imagery is also a primary interest. The appropriation of imagery
is an additional meaning to me. Many people ask me if I drew the images (I did not), but they reiterate a specific theme and
expression I'm trying to convey.
Made Manifest is
my first solo exhibition. In planning the works I'm showing I wanted to
express my interest in narrative, spacial effects on two-dimensional
surfaces, and to challenge myself to get more exposure as a working artist.
It's been a thrilling and an arduous process preparing for this show
and I'm very excited to continue my practice and share more of my ideas
and visions in the future.
The show will be on display for the entire month of August. The opening reception will be on Saturday, August 6 (2 to 4PM).
