Civilian is thrilled to present the thesis work of talented emerging artist, Lindsey Raymond. Showing her work for the first time in a gallery outside of college, Raymond presents a series of hand crocheted, sewn, and embroidered artworks. An exploding head, a zombie, a chainsaw, and knives dripping red shiny sequined blood down the wall exude this young artists skill and playfulness. She turns craft on its ear through unpredictiable and intriguing works combining a homespun tradition with horror that results in humor.
According to the artist, ''by using soft materials, the work becomes more approachable and accessible to the viewer through it's inviting tangibility. The unconventional methods of my work surprise the viewer and play a role in altering our perspectives of not only horror, but domestic craft as well.''
Raymond graduates from the Corcoran College of Art & Design in May 2010. Her work has been included in exhibitions in the Corcoran Gallery of Art as well as at the Smithsonian Craft Fair at the National Building Museum.
May 21 – June 19, 2010
Opening Reception: Friday, May 21, 7-9pm
Civilian is thrilled to present the thesis work of talented emerging artist, Lindsey Raymond. Showing her work for the first time in a gallery outside of college, Raymond turns craft on its ear through unpredictiable and intriguing works combining a homespun tradition with horror that results in humor.
