Giclee print of doll sculpture, Bette. Limited edition print run of 25.
Meet Bette. She just reapplied her lipstick and smiled for the camera. She lit another cigarette. She’s so tired of this sh*t.
/Specifics
• High resolution image printed on bright white cold pressed textured matte fine art paper using archival ink.
• Paper measures 14″L x 11″W. Image measures 11.5″L x 9″W.
• Each print is signed, dated and numbered in pencil.
• Ships flat in an acid-free sleeve with cardboard backer.
My assemblage work incorporates found elements sourced from flea markets, thrift stores, junk bins, you name it. I use only vintage and older components to construct, down to the glitters, thread and papers. Only adhesives and paints are new.
/Materials used in original sculpture
Composite doll head, tobacco tin, beret, brass cap, plastic sheet, chain, satin doll dress, game piece, foil, wire, papers, brooch, thread, ink and various adhesives.
/About my work
You can always find me digging in the boxes of bits and bobs at a flea market or an estate sale. Now I’m making space in my life to take these collected little pieces and create something new. They are usually a little mischievous, and always layered with meaning. I love examining and breaking down the old to tell a new story. At first glance my work often appears playful, but behind the smiling faces of my dolls lies a more complicated message. As women, especially Southern women, we can feel misunderstood or overly simplified. Good manners and a smile are just a common courtesy and often mask who we really are and what we really want to say. Especially around here.
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