This Friday stop by Bootleg Exhibitions for the closing reception of “Play”. This will be your last chance to check out a great group show curated by Stacey Holloway. The work in the show is from artists around the US and represent a large spectrum of style and media. I have 6 works hanging for the show so take a minute to stop by and talk about art with me.
The six pieces are mixed media on old games boards. I also used collage images from home improvement reference books which for me represent responsibility and ‘adult-related’ activities. There is a contrast between the game boards and collage images which personify my inner struggle of being a parent at such a young age. I was forced to grow up quick at 19 and before I turned 21 I was already married, had a child, and owned a house. My lifestyle was very different from all my friends and peers who continued to go to school, have fun, “play”, etc. I think it is only natural to want what you can’t have or think the grass is greener on the other side. It’s also about finding that balance in life and realizing regardless of lifestyle, we all can live happily and ‘play’ a little every day.
1656 English Ave. Indianapolis, IN 6pm-10pm. Come check it out!
