Artist’s Statement:
I work with ceramics to create work inspired by biology. “Microcosms (Mounds I-VII)” is a sculptural installation that formally explores the unseen and often un-noticed environment around us. I wanted to draw attention to the small and beautiful aspects of natural life while also giving the patterns and textures of biology my own creative interpretation. I drew inspiration from things like termite mounds, stalactites, flowers, pinecones, shells, bee hives and leaves.
I found through research and observation that if you choose to look close enough, you’ll notice that nature is organized into meticulous mathematical and visual systems. Most of these systems can be vindicated by a grid. Grids and repetitive motifs come up a lot in my work (past and present) and I think it’s because I enjoy the dominant effect the grid has on the eyes.
The overall installation of my seven “Mounds” was configured in order to create an alternative environment within a formal gallery space. I used speciality lighting and reflective surfaces both below the pieces and surrounding the space in order to better immerse the viewer.
My work is currently showing at the University of Manitoba’s BFA Graduation Exhibition.
“Microcosms (Mounds I-VII)” 2016-2017 and it’s NASCAD Paper porcelain with white Terra sig once fired to cone 3.
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