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SaraH A Smith's art opening

1/19/2017

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My friend's art opening was tonight at Ampersand Gallery.

01.19 - 02.18.2017
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ampersand international arts is pleased to present Fleeting Shattered Continuous a solo show of work by Sarah A. Smith.


In Fleeting Shattered Continuous Sarah A. Smith employs properties such as fragility, erosion, and decay to examine the contradictions, tension and violence in political and economic structures. Exquisitely baroque technique paired with images of animals and nature, create emotionally charged narratives that question notions of preciousness, permanence and worth.

Using decorative methods more often used to create opulent, gilded interiors for the wealthy, Smith examines the conditions that support their privilege. "Imperialism, domination and hoarded wealth are ideas I seek to poke holes in. The symbols of power are rendered as fragile, breakable; with one kick all shatters." -Sarah A. Smith.

Belying the notion that lushness denotes abundance, for this exhibition Smith layers images, materials and techniques to create a fragmented narrative of irretrievable loss.


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    • Inverted Torches
    • Lay Still
    • Air Person
    • Vanitas Painting
    • Leg Painting
    • Eye Caps
    • Mourning Armbands
    • Mourning Pins
    • Delightful Way
  • Future Art
    • Silhouettes
    • Handkerchiefs
    • A/V
    • Substrate
    • Hang Your Heart
    • Glass/Medicine Body
    • Self-Portrait
    • Hospital Gown
    • Rx Tablets
    • Gold Trocar
    • Scrying Mirror
    • Inside Mouth
    • Body Supports
    • Body Positioner
    • Hand Holder
  • FINISHED ART
    • EXHIBITED
    • Transition
    • I Transition I
  • CONTACT