I AM OTHER
Julia Kristeva's writing is a defining factor in my work. In “Powers of Horror: An Essay on Abjection,” Kristeva describes abjection as "a breakdown in the distinction between what is Self and what is Other." Abjection disturbs conventional identity, order, and system. It is a hatred that smiles. Exploring what I find in myself that I see as other but is fundamentally a foundation of my self.
Me: Spruce, acrylic paint, rope 5 ' 2
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My goal with this work was to portray the intense fear I experience when I go through a freeze response. I did this to illustrate the internal struggle of panic when I involuntarily lose mobility. I then give the audience control of myself as each kinetic sculpture depend on audience interaction to function. I purposely gave my wooden puppets connections that hindered movement. To show involuntary movement on the puppet's part, no control.
CryBaby
Plywood, acrylic paint
15” x 33”
Me
Spruce, acrylic paint, rope
5 ' 2
CryBaby
Plywood, acrylic paint
15” x 33”
Self, Transformation, Other
Plywood, acrylic paint, rope
15” x 22”
Consume Plywood, modeling paste, acrylic paint 3” x 15”
Unseen Plywood, acrylic paint 22” x 42”