Language Pieces
I Heart You Square Triangle (detail).
Language Pieces uses the act of letter and message-writing as the inspiration for the creation of print-based artworks. I begin each piece simply, writing a message to a person who is important in my life, usually a friend or relative. Then, using the message as a starting point, I create a visual manifestation of the idea through printmaking. My goal is to make a private object of communication that is visually and verbally enticing for a public audience. In addition to playing a role in the visual aspects of the work, the language in these pieces functions like poetry: The viewer may enjoy the pieces for their textual and visual aesthetic qualities with or without concern for logical meaning. Likewise, I add complexity and intimacy to the pieces by exploring tactility: Many pieces are double-sided, incorporate collage, and fold into envelopes, inviting additional associations with the history and physical presence of letters and documents.
To read more, see the PDF of my Artist's Statement.
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