katecollyer
Matter
Kate Collyer
Matter
Silk Monotype
22" h , 15" w
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It can be simple to take for granted how much land there is around us. There are fewer places now that are unseen and unpossessed, but, on the other hand, we also easily overlook the places we have already been. These are places that pull. My works are objects that aid in a discussion on our historic relationship with the natural world, our intentions, successes, and failures.
What do we think of when we think of the wild landscape? By now, we are all aware of these areas that are marked as sacred lands. The preservation of the land would save the land, keeping these areas pristine, naturally changing over time. What can be done to inform and create awareness of our dwindling wilderness, our shifting climate?
My work pays homage to these landscapes life in their authentic form while still referencing their dissipation and the restrictions we’ve placed on these areas. I highlight the beauty and their unique and organic qualities within rigid, geometric structures. When you have walk amongst leafed giants and sailed through ice laden fjords the need to defend these areas becomes urgent. In defense of this scenery, the view, it simply being should be enough.
Matter
Kate Collyer
Matter
Silk Monotype
22" h , 15" w
------ Statement --------
It can be simple to take for granted how much land there is around us. There are fewer places now that are unseen and unpossessed, but, on the other hand, we also easily overlook the places we have already been. These are places that pull. My works are objects that aid in a discussion on our historic relationship with the natural world, our intentions, successes, and failures.
What do we think of when we think of the wild landscape? By now, we are all aware of these areas that are marked as sacred lands. The preservation of the land would save the land, keeping these areas pristine, naturally changing over time. What can be done to inform and create awareness of our dwindling wilderness, our shifting climate?
My work pays homage to these landscapes life in their authentic form while still referencing their dissipation and the restrictions we’ve placed on these areas. I highlight the beauty and their unique and organic qualities within rigid, geometric structures. When you have walk amongst leafed giants and sailed through ice laden fjords the need to defend these areas becomes urgent. In defense of this scenery, the view, it simply being should be enough.