SIT TIGHT was a collaborative show between myself and Owen Buffington with work around the theme of Waiting. We both made new work specifically for the exhibit. In addition to showing previous work from my series Things We Don’t Talk About, I made six pieces about my experiences in different medical settings.
Oil on cradled wood panel, 16” x 20”. 2023.
Oil on canvas, 18” x 24”. 2023
Mixed media on paper, 16” x 12”. 2023
Mixed media on paper, 12” x 16”. 2023
Oil on canvas, 16” x 20”. 2023
Oil on canvas board, 10” x 8”. 2023
For Ozark Home I created a new piece called Penny Machines. The call for art asked artists to think about the kinds of objects and art that we bring into our homes, how we curate our domestic space. So,
I have a collection of charms that my grandmother got from penny machines as a child (similar to the quarter machines we see in grocery stores today). Each charm is very detailed. Some are made of ivory, some are ceramic, and a few are plastic. They were originally made as small toys for children, little objects that cost a penny and could be thrown away. These charms are so precious to me and got me thinking about how time changes the value and importance of an object.
The famous Venus of Willendorf is an ancient object. Many historians suppose she is a fertility object. Maybe she was a charm to aid in fertility or childbirth, or maybe she was a sort of deity. The venus is small, something that can be held in one’s hand. Was it originally precious? Whatever this sculpture meant originally, the folks who used it couldn’t imagine the importance and artistic fame the venus holds today.
How much time does it take for an every day object to become art with a capital A, and when does the personal value of an object become valid to those outside of domestic space?
THINGS WE DON’T TALK ABOUT is just that. Moms can casually talk with other moms about the mundane and harrowing experiences of being a mom, but the uninitiated have no idea.
THINGS WE DON’T TALK ABOUT is work about coming to terms with incredible change.
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OIL ON PANEL, 14” X 11”. 2021
OIL ON PANEL, 11” X 14”. 2018
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OIL ON PANEL, 32” X 24”. 2019
OIL ON CANVAS, 5” X 7”. 2020
INK ON BRISTOL, 11” X 14”. 2020
OIL ON CANVAS, 10” X 8”. 2021
OIL ON PANEL, 20” X 16”. 2021
OIL ON CANVAS, 10” X 8”. 2021
OIL ON PANEL, 16” X 20”. 2021
OIL ON PANEL, 30” X 24”. 2021
OIL ON CANVAS, 8” X 10”. 2021
OIL ON CANVAS, 10” X 8”. 2021
OIL ON PANEL, 20” X 16”. 2021
PROBLEMATIC is work about American feminism in the post-Trump world. In addition to symbolizing the pull between domesticated nature and uncultivated growth, houseplants are used as symbols for the young American where icons are presented and plants given as votive offerings.
Hear more about it in my interview with Katy Henriksen on KUAF Arts Beat.
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 10” x 8”. 2018
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 11” x 9”. 2018
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 10” x 8”. 2018
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 11” x 9”. 2018
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 10” x 8”. 2018
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 16” x 20”. 2018
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 20” x 24”. 2018
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 14.5” x 18”. 2018
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 16” x 20”. 2017
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OIL ON CANVAS BOARD WITH WIRE, 7” x 5”. 2017
OIL ON CANVAS BOARD WITH WIRE, 5” x 7”. 2017
OIL ON BOARD WITH WIRE, 12” x 12”. 2018
OIL ON CANVAS BOARD WITH WIRE, 7” x 5”. 2018
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OIL ON BOARD WITH WIRE 12” x 12”. 2017
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OIL ON CANVAS BOARD WITH WIRE, 5” x 7”. 2018
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OIL ON CANVAS BOARD WITH WIRE, 7” x 5”. 2017
OIL ON CANVAS BOARD WITH WIRE, 18” x 24” 2017
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 15” x 11”. 2017
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 15” x 11”. 2017
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 15” x 11”. 2017
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 15” x 11”. 2017
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 15” x 11”. 2017
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MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 15” x 11”. 2017
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SOTHEBY’S SUPER SOUTHERN SOCIAL was a solo show that featured works on paper, zines, and a bake sale benefiting the Northwest Arkansas Center for Sexual Assault.
These mixed media drawings started as studies for larger paintings. They challenged me technically and emotionally in a way I didn’t expect and turned into a work of their own. SOTHEBY’S SUPER SOUTHERN SOCIAL is about growing up in East Texas where I recreated traditional flag symbols in order to create a new Southern Woman icon.
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD, 20.25" x 33". 2015
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD 21" x 26". 2015
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD, 44" x 27". 2015
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD, 21" x 43". 2016
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD, 19" x 30". 2016
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD, 40" x 27". 2015
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD, 40" x 27". 2015
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD, 40" x 27". 2015
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER MOUNTED ON GESSOED PLYWOOD, 40" x 27". 2015
A prominent piece in the show was a Southern style spread that one would find at any bridal or baby shower. I made all of the food myself and relied heavily on recipes from my deceased grandmother. Most of the food wouldn't belong at a modern shower these days. A table laid out for a big event in the South wouldn't be complete without a large flower arrangement . An over-the-top amount of irises, lilies, poppies, and snapdragons were purchased from a local farmer for the show.
Local women came together to participate in the bake sale, which was key part of the show. I wanted a way for people to actively participate in the show and way to foster ties in the community - the bake sale was the perfect way to do that. All of the proceeds from the sale were donated to a local non-profit organization, the Northwest Arkansas Center for Sexual Assault. From a small bake sale we were able to raise $184 for the organization.
WHAT IT IS LIKE WHEN YOU ARE A GHOST is about simultaneous presence and absence.
OIL ON PANEL, 14" x 11". 2015
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OIL ON PANEL, 18" x 24". 2015
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OIL ON PANEL, 24" x 18". 2015
OIL ON PANEL, 12" x 16". 2015
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THE ISOLATED EXPERIENCE comes from missed moments and the winding down of relationships.
OIL ON CANVAS, 24" x 24". 2013
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OIL ON CANVAS 24" x 20". 2013
OIL ON CANVAS, 24" x 20". 2013
OIL ON CANVAS, 24" x 30". 2013
OIL ON CANVAS, 24" x 20". 2012
OIL ON CANVAS, 30" x 36". 2013
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OIL ON CANVAS, 30" x 24". 2013
OIL ON CANVAS, 24" x 36". 2013
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OIL ON CANVAS, 24" x 20". 2012
OIL ON CANVAS, 12" x 12". 2013
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BLOCK PRINT AND STENCIL ON PAPER, 10" x 8". 2012
Edition of 6 numbered prints.
MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER, 10.5" x 11". 2013
BLOCK PRINT ON PAPER, 9" x 12". 2013
Edition of 6 numbered prints.
