MEGAN SINGLETON “The investigation of ecological relationships within society and the landscape is the basis of my work. As an interdisciplinary artist, I create works that resonate with the materiality and rhythms of the natural world. My creative practice intertwines sculpture, handmade paper, found objects, printmaking, photography, and books arts. Research, both material and scholarly, is a critical component of my studio activities. I am an observer, collector, fabricator, and instigator of thought and haptic experience.�
“I have an expertise in hand papermaking and utilize my knowledge of this historic craft to create work in a contemporary context that transforms invasive plant fibers into works of art. This process of collection and transformation honors the plants as living organisms, while simultaneously engaging and educating viewers about the importance of invasive-species awareness. My work is placed based, inspired by the desire to interpret the landscapes of disrupted, invaded ecologies and natural phenomena.�
“I am interested in how art can address and engage people with the natural world, and connect with the physical actions of a growing, living environment. This, in turn, can inspire communities and individuals to care and foster the growth and revitalization of our landscapes and their natural systems.�
PRICING
AMERICAN LOTUS
Handmade Paper of American Lotus and Abaca, Steel, Concrete 8 Sculptures Dimensions variable $3,250.00 Each
These kinetic sculptures interpret the American Lotus plant, designated a “nuisance” by the Missouri Department of Conservation. The sculptures depict the color pallet of the plants as they begin to desiccate in fall as the pond’s water recedes. They gently sway on the steel bases.
“This series of photographs documents the collection sites where I harvested the American Lotus plants to transform them into paper. The paper surrounding the photographs is made of giant Bur reed, which I collected from the edges of Lake 34.�
COLLECTION SITE: LAKE 34: 1 Archival Print on Handmade Paper of Giant Bur-Reed and Abaca 24”H x 18”W $975.00 Each
COLLECTION SITE: LAKE 34: 2 Archival Print on Handmade Paper of Giant Bur-Reed and Abaca 24”H x 18”W $975.00 Each
COLLECTION SITE: LAKE 34: 3
Archival Print on Handmade Paper of Giant Bur-Reed and Abaca 24”H x 18”W $975.00 Each
HOMAGE TO THE UNSEEN {OLD SOW} Handmade Paper of Abaca and Wire 5 Feet in Diameter $5,200.00
BASALT LICHEN 5 Marbled Monotype on Silk 30”H x 26.5”W Dyptich $1,900.00
FOREST FLOOR LICHEN 1 Handmade Paper of Abaca and Wire 20 Elements Dimensions Variable $3,000.00 {Individually $350-475}
FOREST FLOOR LICHEN 2 Handmade Paper of Abaca and Wire 20 Elements Dimensions Variable $3,000.00 {Individually $350-475}
BASALT LICHEN 3A Marbled Monotype on Silk 10” x 10” $550.00
BASALT LICHEN 3B Marbled Monotype on Silk 10” x 10” $550.00
BASALT LICHEN 4 Marbled Monotype on Silk 36”H x 24”W $1,950.00
BASALT LICHEN 1 Marbled Monotype on Silk 36” x 36” $2,400.00
BASALT LICHEN 2 Marbled Monotype on Silk 36” x 36” $2,400.00
4221 Perkins Rd. Baton Rouge, LA 70808 225.927.7676 art@annconnelly.com