Artist's
Abstract |
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There are patterns inherent in nature, controlled by
natural processes and sequences. The world is composed of systems, collections
of interacting parts functioning as a whole. There are also occurrences
that cannot be explained by a rational pattern; they appear to be random
or chance events. For example, weather patterns continually repeat themselves,
but those repetitions are never quite the same. While I try to create
order in my work, I also recognize natures affinity for chaos. On an individual level, I am ultimately in control of
myself and my life. However, I too am susceptible to chance experiences.
By manipulating found and derived materials, I am able to gain control
of myself and nature. Different materials and textures lend themselves
to various levels of controllability. The inexpensive, easy-to-find
materials that I use, such as twine and cardboard, are neither perfectly
formed nor built to last through time. While the twine is ultimately
subject to my wishes, I am at the same time limited by its physical
properties. Using materials and marks that are easily repeated, copied,
and manipulated visually organizes an object or group of objects, so
that I can reveal some aspects of my works while hiding others. My work deals with the natural tendency towards chaos and the human, personal drive towards control. I attempt to maintain order by repetitively and obsessively creating shapes and objects that are manipulated and that manipulate the viewer while allowing natural variations to take place. |
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