Joye Chadwick

I'm interested in architectural dwellings that refer to ancient origins, across different cultures. Formally each piece is a vessel that reflects light and shadow on planes and spaces in asymmetrical and altered shapes. Attachments and extensions refer to architectural details. I explore surfaces that reflect the formal qualities of drawing and texture as well as colors in slips and oxide washes.

The house, the habitat, the dwelling - these are terms I use for my architectural forms that reference shelter. The current work 'Road Trip," is a hybrid piece built with found objects and clay.  In the accompanying road trip video, light and  dark, morning and evening, speed by. A passing scene jumps, and jogs a memory of another road taken, another time. For me it is a serious, contemplative exploration, not glamorous, no crowds. The sculpture considers a lifestyle possibility, a dwelling with a fantasy ability to move about the environment. In some pieces wheeled toys or animals present a means to get around.  As a sub-theme the animals stand in as pets. One of these is my cat Boc, my muse, and the pet whale in today's work travels in specially built environment.  I am considering the intentional act of being homeless, by choice, not necessarily for cause.  Without ownership of land or house, a sense of freedom can push forward ideas of minimal belongings, small living space and exploring life around the world.