Ceramic
I view my work as crossover media. I abstract forms, which are then permanently situated outdoor. Once placed, each on-site piece is documented as the primary archival “art object”. In doing so, my hope is that each work will ask viewers to reexamine and reconsider how art functions in their surroundings. Also, reconsider the world they inhabit and the world they themselves create. I install my work in public, leaving it subject to societal forces and the whim of passersby. They are left to provoke thought, be transformed, or remain.
My sculptures are constructed of ceramic which is readily modeled by my hands and is infinitely transformable; a smaller scale analogy of the long held human societal propensity to mold, change, and re-form the larger natural and man made world.
Moreover, my work engages with the historical oscillations within the "art world" regarding the valuation of ceramics. From periods of acclaim to dismissal, resurgence to relegation as mere "craft," ceramics have navigated the fluctuating currents of artistic recognition. I am particularly intrigued by this dynamic relationship, reflecting on how the art world's evolving perceptions of ceramics mirror broader societal shifts and cultural attitudes. The ebb and flow of ceramics within the contemporary art scene serve as a microcosm of the broader dialogue surrounding artistic legitimacy and cultural appreciation. Through my installations, I aim not only to contribute to this discourse but also to underscore the enduring relevance of ceramics as a powerful and adaptable medium within the ever-evolving landscape of artistic expression.