Not Up For Discussion
plaster, joint compound, paint
11" x 12 1/2" x 10"
You Might Not Hear Me
sterling silver, magnets
13" x 10" x 9"
Unsent Letters No. 2
wool, cotton, nickel silver, sterling silver
dimensions variable
Unsent Letters No. 2
wool, cotton, nickel silver, sterling silver
dimensions variable
Catch & Release: A Memento
fine silver, patina
Catch & Release: A Memento
fine silver, patina
Refrain is an exploration through the creation of physical
manifestations of an intangible experience--self-censorship. For my
Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis in 2014, I created 3 wearable sculptures
and 2 wall pieces that each embodied different aspects to
self-censorship. Although my background is in metalsmithing, I made a
conscious choice to remain open to alternative materials for this body
of work. I chose to concentrate on wearables for the
neck/shoulders/chest area because that area of the body generally holds
the weight of having to hold back communication. Refrain
exhibits the duality of self-censorship, as well, not only showing
different levels of restriction, but also of comfort--telling the
viewer, this is a self-inflicted situation. We are the only ones holding
ourselves back.
CONVERSATION