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Series 1
We began creating these fashion art purses in response to a request from The Art Center Sarasota to sell fashion items in their boutique to compliment the outfit we were showcasing in the ICONCEPT 2011 runway show. The vessel and function was a priority that we set for ourselves. Using the organic material was a challenge, as was the function and closures. Working within the restraints of green, recycled, and found objects; we found a successful balance. The organic purses made their first unveiling at CraftArt 2010 to an enthusiastic audience. Most of these purses in Series 1 have sold, less the few we retain in our private collection. Onward to Series 2…Exploration!
Series 2
Now that we had successfully mastered the function, we wanted to explore the sculptural qualities that the medium afforded us. Mindful of function, we pushed the boundaries, manipulating the organic and the industrial to create wearable sculpture. We introduced new materials and processes, experimented with finishes, and expanded the common idea of what a purse could look like. Again, our hard work was wildly triumphant! We were quite prolific in this series, but the few remaining, out of our private collection, are exclusively for sale at the Museum of Fine Arts Saint Petersburg. The next series, The Persistence of Purses, is based on a single inspiration…
Series 3
The sole inspiration of this series is based on our appreciation of the works of Salvador Dali. We did not elucidate specific works, but interpreted the overall sensation we experienced with respect to his art. We experimented with twisted forms and images, unusual embellishments and closures, and the juxtaposition of diverse tactile elements. We do not profess to be as clever as Dali, but we are delighted with the series title! These limited, wearable sculptures were sold at the Duncan McClellan Gallery.
