Why do you insist on shattering, and eyes that are., 2019

Alex Hodge   New & remarkable Artists

This artwork is a striking ceramic piece characterized by its undulating form and dark hue. The surface is adorned with intricate white patterns and hand-scribed text that wraps around the contours, creating a dynamic visual narrative. The text is artfully integrated, offering a poetic exploration that invites contemplation. The juxtaposition of organic curves with orderly lines and patterns enhances the tactile elegance of the piece. The glaze accentuates texture and depth, while the deliberate imperfections highlight the artist's intentional, hands-on approach. This work embodies a fusion of functional art and literary expression, making it a thought-provoking centerpiece.

“Why do you insist on shattering..” Why do you insist on shattering//hovering your boiling blood over the fire? The heat rises to your heartbeat to eat thru your arteries and pour from your pores..

 “Eyes that are..” Eyes that are at once too sharp and too wild. Seeing everything crystal clear makes the whole world blinding. Makes me fill my head with clouds, Pretending these smoke signals are daydreams. 

This cup is one of 48 that make up the installation, “Fragments of Our Love Story.” These cups feature feminine forms which recall the Venus of Willendorf and other historical fertility objects The carvings include many of the artist’s own writings and flow from one cup to another. Just as we hold each other’s stories in pieces and parts, the cups now exist throughout time and space, with many collectors. No two have the exact same words, making each unique in body, color, and content.