When trees converse, the air is charged with chemical substances, fragrances, hormones, and electrical connections. Placing myself in the middle of the conversation I am illuminated by it. Keenly interested in this human-nature connection and how it supports and fosters mental health and interpersonal communication has become the subject of my latest projects.
My work is concept driven, exploring subjects such as grief, trauma, empathy, and forest bathing. The act of constructing, deconstructing, and constructing further with both physical materials and digital files imitates the natural cycles of growth and decay. Elements are digitally captured, blended, and intertwined. Fibers, papers, and photographs are formed and sculpted, adding weight and texture. Creatively, I seek an open dialog with the materials and the subject, encouraging collaboration and interchange.
I live in Hope, Maine (US) and am open to artist collaborations, teaching requests, and connection. My expertise includes photography, graphic design, and paper sculpture.
Follow my artist journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenolson.photography/
In person and online mentoring sessions in technology, photography, and paper sculpture available:
https://www.karenolsonphotography.com/mentoring-sessions
karen@karenolsonphotography.com
