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Fractured Earth

by Joshua Urso

Nature, and specifically the strata of geology, inspires my work. I’m attempting to capture and convey the beauty of rock and soil through the use of concrete, stone, and pigment. My inspiration comes not only from the macro of canyons and riverbeds but also the micro of dried mud and aggregate.

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Paper Samplers & Pressed Memories

by Rhian Swierat

My work focuses on the recording of memory and making it tangible for others. My process is derived from the historical precedent of a sampler, using stitches to record the forms, patterns, and textures of my experiences of different places.

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On Holy Ground

by Mary Jane Miller

My current collection On Holy Ground attempts to merge ancient traditional icon painting with contemporary thought. As a woman iconographer, my mission is to create images that connect our spirituality with remembering who we are.

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