SOMAS
What [(Is It) About My] Memory
These soma wall sculptures, symbolic of neural cell bodies represent particular groupings of memories:
family, friends, pets, world events, jobs, objects, favorite songs, love/relationships, favorite books, favorite places/cities, sports/games, travel/adventures, quotes/words/advice/jokes, aromas/fragrances,art/artists/museums, foods/recipes,
music/lyrics/performances . . . Cards with related memories will hang on copper dendrites radiating out from each soma, connecting to other somas in the installation. This project is in a work in progress, with fifteen - twenty somas planned. Below is a sampling.
family, friends, pets, world events, jobs, objects, favorite songs, love/relationships, favorite books, favorite places/cities, sports/games, travel/adventures, quotes/words/advice/jokes, aromas/fragrances,art/artists/museums, foods/recipes,
music/lyrics/performances . . . Cards with related memories will hang on copper dendrites radiating out from each soma, connecting to other somas in the installation. This project is in a work in progress, with fifteen - twenty somas planned. Below is a sampling.
|
SOMA_SCENTS
Wood, paint, box, glassware, fabric, string 18" diameter x 5" deep 2017 Our sense of smell is deeply connected to memory . . . a passing aroma quickly connects us to a past experience, grandfather's cologne, a meal, parent's garden, cooking with family, wedding flowers, petrichor, wine, campfire, fear . . . |
|
SOMA_SCATTERSHOT MEMORIES 1
Wood, metal cans, text, paper, maché, paint, markers, wire, padlocks, keys, paper tags 24" diameter x 5" deep 2017 Our brain appears to bring up random memories unconnected to present circumstances , our subconscious making less than obvious connections. . . mind pops, déjà vu, involuntary, but often interesting paths to follow |
|
SOMA_MOMENTS OF SELF REFLECTION
Wood, paint, mirrors, wire, fabric, paper 30 x 33 x 7 inches 2018 Self-reflection often involves analysis of memories . . . what did we do? why did we do it? what could we have done differently? Of what are we proud? what has motivated us? |
|
SOMA_BEACHES
Wood, wooden box, sea shells, paint, beads, sand, burlap, fabric, ribbon, jute 26" diameter x 5" deep 2018 I have found that time walking on beaches has often been meditative, assisting me in being present and bringing forth insights . . . the rhythm of the waves, the feel of the different constitutions of sand on bare feet, the shell that brings forth ideas as in Anne Morrow Lindbergh's book Gift from the Sea |
|
SOMA_FORGOTTEN MEMORIES
Wood, paint, wire, fabric, chain, locks, keys, paper 29 x 32 x 5.5 inches 2018 Why do we forget? Or do we just need stimulus to remember? A friend who shared that memory making? Or are these memories gone through biological, disease processes? |
|
SOMA_BOOKS AND AUTHORS
Wood, photographs, text, paint, markers, wire, fabric, metal box, tags 28 " diameter x 5" deep 2017 Stories shared and told through books . . . books that create opportunities to learn more about ourselves, others and the world . . . books that develop our world view . . . books that entertain and divert . . . books that we remember and re-read and relish |
|
SOMA_TRAVEL
Wood, wire, paint, maps, fabric, yarn, string, luggage tags 29" diameter x 5" deep 2018 Travel memories - be it to our family or vacation to other communities, states, countries, to national parks or national monuments, for cultural exchanges or educational opportunities . . . |
|
SOMA_SCATTERSHOT 2
Wood, wire, fabric, paint, aluminum can, paper 29" diameter x 8 " 2018 Our brain appears to bring up random memories unconnected to present circumstances , our subconscious making less than obvious connections. . . mind pops, déjà vu, involuntary, but often interesting paths to follow |
|
SOMA_HOMES
Wood, wire, paint, locks, keys, dog tags, photos, fabric, raffia, aluminum can 29" diameter x 4.5" deep I have lived in eighteen or more homes over my life, through moves across cities and the country. Creating a sense of home inevitably creates memories. |
|
SOMA_ART and MUSEUMS
Wood, metal cans, painted canvas, paint, postcards, metal can, plastic tags, wire, ribbon, raffia 39" high x 34" wide x 5" deep 2018 Our visits to galleries and museums and artistic experiences not only inspire us and create soul connections but also create memories . . . |
|
SOMA_PARTIES and CELEBRATIONS
Wood, metal can, photographs, paint, markers, wire, ribbon, fabric 22" diameter x 5" deep 2018 Gathering, celebrating, creating food together, entertaining each other . . . these are often our fondest memories |
|
SOMA_GATHERINGS OF FRIENDS
Wood, metal can, photographs, paint, markers, wire, string, leathers, photographic negatives 20" diameter x 8" deep 2017 Gathering, celebrating, creating food together, entertaining each other . . . these are often our fondest memories |
|
SOMA_FAMILY GATHERINGS
Wood, metal can, photographs, paint, markers, wire, string, leather, photographic negatives 20" diameter x 8" deep 2017 Gathering, celebrating, creating food together, entertaining each other . . . these are often our fondest memories |