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Here is a walk thru of the spaces. The Field Projects exhibition space for this event is spread out across several rooms.The new permanent home of the gallery consists of three separate rooms. There is a hallway venue consisting of the Beehive Design Collective murals and a side show venue for those who supported the event. We'll start in the side gallery which contains predominately sculpture and installations.
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| Circulation - Glass fusing |
Illinois
Image Left
Statement
In my mind a highly textural,
multi-layered glass fusing without strict edges is my quest. The design’s edges
flow beyond rigid straight lines with elements moving beyond and into the wall
space.
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Shudder
mixed media, apoxy, encaustic, leaves, oil stk, steel, wood |
Ruth Sack-
Connecticut
Image to left
Statement
Humans are separated from
pollinators by many degrees. My sculptures bridge that separation. Humans and
insects are meshed and equally vulnerable to the vicissitudes of the
environment. In "Butterfly" the insect symbolizes the human spirit.
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| Hives - color film |
Montana
Statement
I am drawn to explore the mysterious
colors and details associated with bee farming. Honeybees are an essential part
of our environment and livelihood. Because environmental stresses continue to
threaten honeybee populations, farmers need to rent out bees to pollinate their
plants for crops.
These photographs depict the elaborate way in which bees are moved in and out
of yards to pollinate orchards, farms, and our ecosystem. Although we are
mostly unaware, the life of a honeybee gives us sustenance. Bees shape the
land, flora and fauna, and ultimately they shape us.
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| sessilia III - paper pulp |
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ecloré - crocheted yarn
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Kelly Shannon -
Alabama
Image Above and Left
Statement
I study the work of colonial
sculpting organisms, from African weaver birds to paper wasps. An individual
creates an interesting structure, then the colony builds compound structures,
forming a unique natural installation. I use that methodology, making multiples
of organic forms from media that attract me, both natural and unnatural.
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"Pollinators Longing"- pine needles encased in copper netting held by
palm fibers
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| Just about a Foot - wasps nest |
Maryland
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Elizabeth offers a very interesting residency experience in Tyrone, Maryland. You can Check that out
here!
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| Bees Echo the Moon - mixed w/ video |
New Jersey
Statement
“I seek to convey the absolute
brilliance of circumstance and contingency. When successful, the viewer becomes
aware of the fragility of the moment, realizes the miracle of our predicament,
and bends to the fascination of pure experience”.
