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Carrie Longley
- Female
- Brookville, OH
- United States
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- Where do you live ? City, State and Country
- Brookville, Ohio
- Place of Work ? Example: Studio, College, Gallery, Museum, ...)
- Adjunct Instructor at the University of Dayton
- I am a .... Example: Student, Maker, Educator, etc.
- The driving force behind my sculpture is the relationship of science and art. Collections, categories, labels, frames, and display cases are all devices used by science and art to encourage the viewer to carefully examine precious objects and artifacts. My intention as an artist is to create a playful shifting back and forth between our traditional ideas of a scientific specimen and art object.
My work is constructed from a combination of various interests, experiences, and memories, which generate exponential possibilities for continuing my drive as an artist. I am continually inspired and amazed by the germination of a seed, the birth of a baby, and the intricate web of relationships among humans, plants, and animals. Although my work is laden with personal lived experience, it is my hope that all viewers relate to my work in a way that evokes memory, wonder, and curiosity.
I utilize the malleable characteristics of clay to create small-scale sculptures, which resemble preserved scientific specimens. The forms display warty surfaces, soft, fleshy folds, and puckered openings, suggestive of organic growth. I use clay primarily for its material and technical possibilities and its chameleon-like ability to mimic organic form and surfaces. The aesthetic characteristics of glaze allow me to achieve a surface depth similar to a membrane or skin of an organism.
Although our way of seeing the natural world has dramatically advanced, the mysteries surrounding this world are ever present. My work celebrates this sense of mystery, existing somewhere within the border of illusion and reality. I intend for this exhibition to create a visual dichotomy as a seemingly authentic scientific collection is displayed in a contemporary art setting.
- Your website, DIRECT flickr or DIRECT facebook links where your work can be seen.
- http://www.artaxis.org
- Describe your media/materials you work with
- Ceramics, Sculpture, Mixed Media
NEW: Treasures from Taiwan - a crafthaus online exhibition...
Treasures from Taiwan - a crafthaus online exhibition shows contemporary metal art and jewelry from 11 Taiwanese contemporary emerging artists. Treasures from Taiwan will be highlighted on Crafthaus as an online exhibition from May 8 to June 7, 2013.
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Joy Ude posted a status"New Flickr photostream for my studio work and shows!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/joyoftextiles/"
Joy Ude posted a status"New Flickr photostream for my studio work!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/joyoftextiles/"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"UCA Farnham preview is this Thursday and show is open up to and including the 1st June! Jewellery and Metalwork in the foyer and James Hockey Gallery!"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"College shows coming up!!! any of you exhibiting this year and when?
http://www.newdesigners.com/
the J stands are the jewellery zone stands at New Designers!"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"Following the success of our fairs at RHS Garden Wisley, we are delighted to have been invited to stage another event at a RHS venue.
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, near Chelmsford, Essex. We shall be staging the event alongside the already…"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"This year South Hill Park’s annual Student Open evolves into the SHP Summer Open 2013, inviting Berkshire-based artists and makers to submit their latest work in this opportunity to exhibit. Student work from South Hill…"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"Registration for International Jewellery London is now open.
You have been pre-qualified for FAST TRACK registration. A fast track pass gives you access to the International Jewellery London Trade Exhibition from 1- 4 September 2013.
We look…"
The Justified Sinner posted a blog postWhat Have I Been Up To?
Since returning from Istanbul, it has been non-stop in the workshop, preparing work for orders and making some new pieces too. I've sidelined a number of works-in-progress in order to get on with more pressing issues, so there are no updates on my Chanel-inspired piece or my tribute to Alexander McQueen, though I have progressed apace with my first foray into electronics in jewellery, "14th Century Nightlife" which I hope to finish finally this coming week after it sitting on my bench for…See More
John Lunn added 2 discussions to the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
Anna Sprague joined Heng Lee's group
Treasures from Taiwan
Treasures from Taiwan shows contemporary metal art and jewelry from 11 Taiwanese contemporary emerging artists. Treasures from Taiwan will be highlighted on Crafthaus as an online exhibition from May 8 to June 7, 2013.Curator: Heng LeeSee More
John Lunn replied to John Lunn's discussion Third time's the charm... in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"You got that right p, Jennifer!"
Jennifer Dewey replied to John Lunn's discussion Third time's the charm... in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"The computer Gods don't seem to want you to spend too much time blogging... you must be needed elsewhere, with great adventures to be found away from the keyboard! Have fun... hope the weather is fabulous in your former home town. Seems…"
Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately
For the next 13 months we'll discuss the trials, triumphs, and tribulations of exhibiting in art shows as emerging artists and established artists. Exhibition coverage will be balanced with tips on how to strategically build a legacy over a length of time, in a way that makes sense to your individual goals as an artist and maker. Join us each month! There will be surprises around every corner, with photos, videos, SNAG conference coverage, and occasional interviews by rising artists!See More
Sandra Murray left a comment for Pat Morrow"Hi Pat, Thank you for your friendship! It's nice to connect with you on Crafthaus. :-)"
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Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately
- by Rebecca Rose. 2013, SNAG/crafthaus Scholarship Recipient
For the next 13 months we'll discuss the trials, triumphs, and tribulations of exhibiting in art shows as emerging artists and established artists. Exhibition coverage will be balanced with tips on how to strategically build a legacy over a length of time, in a way that makes sense to your individual goals as an artist and maker.
Join us each month! There will be surprises around every corner, with photos, videos, SNAG conference coverage, and occasional interviews by rising artists!
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Hello Carrie,
Thank you again for participating in our NCECA exhibition. Your work is amazing and I overheard quit a number of people commenting on it and spending significant time with each piece. Keep doing what you do best!
Your work is absolutley wonderful! What clay body and glaze/finishing do you use?