“Structures of Essential Folly II and III“

with Kerry Vander Meer
Cardboard, tape
2014

“syzygy installation”

Installation detail
2014

I am stretching the definition of “syzygy” to include a lining up of 3 things. Three paintings, three sculptures and thirty-three works on paper forming a configuration in the gallery instead of a straight line. Truth be told, I just like the word “syzygy” which reminds me of synergy or sizzle as in the sizzle of Latin music and dance. Outside the studio I am learning the rhythm of salsa dance so while working in the studio, I can dance to the music as I am working.

“Structures of Essential Folly II and III“

Cardboard, tape
2014

My work in this show embodies my love of materials and the relationships of harmony and beauty. A material that is not usually thought of as beautiful such as cardboard tubes and duct tape, fulfill my desire to work with discarded materials rather than adding another thing to the land fill. And sometimes those materials can be humorous and even a bit sizzley when used together.

“Structures of Essential Folly III“

Detail

These three sculpture evolved from my last show “In the Grid” where I used mostly chenille stems and found objects to create networks and grids. I let my newly adopted kitten (Chai) play with or rather, “pounce-on” one of the chenille stem sculptures. Chai changed the organized grid into a wobbly structure reminiscent of a Sol Lewit breaking down which created my new direction.  

“syzygy”

Installation detail

“Structure of Essential Folly I“

Cardboard/tape
2014

“Green Grass and Cartwheels”

Hybrids Series, middle painting
Acrylic, mixed media/wood panel
48 x 36 in.
2014

“Put Your Head On A Shelf“

Hybrids Series
Acrylic, mixed media/wood panel
40 x 36 in.
2014

“Two Hybrids“

Hybrids Series
Mixed media/paper
2014