Verdure

Integrating function with fine art, this piece combines the utilitarian need of diffusing sound with a large-scale installation work. This piece was commissioned by a doctor’s office in Southlake, Texas in need of an art piece that diffused the sound within a hallway, was easily cleanable, and added visual intrigue to a long hallway. 

The motifs in this piece utilize human finger and toe prints to accentuate the emphasis of caring for each unique individual that comes into the office. The color palette employed is cool colors to play to the psychological phenomenon of calming colors to add to the tranquil and neutral design of the office space. The abstract nature of this piece allows for the observer to draw their own conclusion and to attach meaning to whichever areas resonate with them most fully. 

The wooden elements are what allows for sound to bounce off of the piece and therefore diffuse sound. The varied angles and direction of the wood allow for sound to bounce as well as add visual interest and physical texture. The directional lines of the wood help to add sight lines through the piece. Each individual panel can stand alone as its own composition, but when all six panels are arranged in sequence, they allow the viewer to see a broader picture that moves their eye in a counter-clockwise circle around the panels. This work was largely inspired by the abstract expressionist movement of the 20th century as well as the artist exploring their own desire for experimental mark making through the use of unconventional art materials.