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Water Samples

2017 (ongoing)

Water from 100 Locations,

100 Glass Bottles

Each Bottle 9 in x 3 in

This in-progress series examines water’s ability to retain information. Utilizing studies from Japanese researcher Dr. Masaru Emoto, this body of work investigates the concept of water having memory: that water makes an imprint of any outside influence, remembering everything that occurs in the space surrounding it.

Water Samples

2017 (ongoing)

Water from 100 Locations,

100 Glass Bottles

Each Bottle 9 in x 3 in

This in-progress series examines water’s ability to retain information. Utilizing studies from Japanese researcher Dr. Masaru Emoto, this body of work investigates the concept of water having memory: that water makes an imprint of any outside influence, remembering everything that occurs in the space surrounding it.

Water Samples

2017 (ongoing)

Water from 100 Locations,

100 Glass Bottles

Each Bottle 9 in x 3 in

This in-progress series examines water’s ability to retain information. Utilizing studies from Japanese researcher Dr. Masaru Emoto, this body of work investigates the concept of water having memory: that water makes an imprint of any outside influence, remembering everything that occurs in the space surrounding it.

Recording The Tide 1

2018

Sand, Pebbles, Glue, Water on Paper

27 in x 40 in

This piece is part of a series of artwork documenting the tide of Lake Bolsena (central Italy).

Considerations taken into account were the time of day, the location on the lake, weather

patterns, and exterior variables such as currents from boats, footprints from ducks, etc.

Trantler (Tree + Antler)

June 2020

Reclaimed Wood, Bronze

12.5 ft x 4 ft

Gearhart, Oregon, USA

The name Trantler is based on combining two predominant elements in Gearhart: the wild elk that roam the region, and the timber industry that has been a cornerstone in the Pacific Northwest since 1848. Oregon is one of the world’s great tree-growing areas so it comes natural to celebrate its contribution to the state’s economy as well as the majestic beauty of its forests. Additionally, the elk herd near Gearhart has become quite prevalent - growing from about thirty a decade ago to around one hundred and twenty members today. Both the timber industry and the elk herd have been sources of discussion within the community. The conversation regarding the environmental impacts of clear cutting versus its potential to diversify the local ecosystem is in debate. Concurrently, the dialogue around the elk herd being a charming attraction as opposed to the wild life creating safety issues still stands strong. This sculpture positions itself as an unbiased piece of artwork, aiming to observe the challenging aspects of human’s relationship with nature, and to promote critical thinking towards the connection between preserving our planet and protecting a healthy economy. The goal of the project is to bring residents and tourists together in hopes of more interaction and collaboration between each other and foster unity by showcasing varying ideologies within a community in a peaceful manner.

Trantler (Tree + Antler)

June 2020

Reclaimed Wood, Bronze

12.5 ft x 4 ft

Gearhart, Oregon, USA

The name Trantler is based on combining two predominant elements in Gearhart: the wild elk that roam the region, and the timber industry that has been a cornerstone in the Pacific Northwest since 1848. Oregon is one of the world’s great tree-growing areas so it comes natural to celebrate its contribution to the state’s economy as well as the majestic beauty of its forests. Additionally, the elk herd near Gearhart has become quite prevalent - growing from about thirty a decade ago to around one hundred and twenty members today. Both the timber industry and the elk herd have been sources of discussion within the community. The conversation regarding the environmental impacts of clear cutting versus its potential to diversify the local ecosystem is in debate. Concurrently, the dialogue around the elk herd being a charming attraction as opposed to the wild life creating safety issues still stands strong. This sculpture positions itself as an unbiased piece of artwork, aiming to observe the challenging aspects of human’s relationship with nature, and to promote critical thinking towards the connection between preserving our planet and protecting a healthy economy. The goal of the project is to bring residents and tourists together in hopes of more interaction and collaboration between each other and foster unity by showcasing varying ideologies within a community in a peaceful manner.

virUS

Public Installation, Video

April 2020

100 Clay Roof Tiles, 1 Sledgehammer, 1 Pick Axe

10 ft x 50 ft

Los Angeles, California

To view the 1 minute 45 second video, click here

https://youtu.be/Ci1_mNACnT4

This installation was a collaboration with artist Adam Guy to create a large scale installation in support of our global fight against the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The goal of this piece is to express humanity’s strength and resilience to the global pandemic, but not without the truth that accompanies it: fear, anxiety, grief and more. Clay tiles are frequently used as roofing on houses in Southern California. Listed as a give away on Craigslist they are a perfect symbol for the significance of “Home.” Lining up the tiles like dominoes, we spelled out the word “VIRUS” in 12 ft. letters then proceeded to crush the first three letters of the word with a sledge hammer and pick axe - leaving the remaining part of the word as "US.” We then documented the process via photography and video. Both of us live alone in our art studios/warehouse across the hall from each other and had been self isolating for four weeks. With social distancing in place, this installation let us share the frustration of our challenges creatively while conveying that we are all in this fight together.

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- Feb 27
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Future Memoirs of Water

MANZANITA, OR, MARCH 2 - 30, 2024 – The Hoffman Center for the Arts proudly unveils an exclusive solo exhibition featuring the work of artist Keri Rosebraugh. An Oregon native spending much of her childhood at the coast, her presentation titled Future Memoirs of Water, delves into the profound interdependence between humanity and water.

Rosebraugh's body of work explores the captivating concept that water retains memory, sparking a

transformative dialogue on the inherent connection between human existence and this fluid element.

Through artistic research, the artist keenly observes water, observing its ability to echo and mirror the life

surrounding it. Rosebraugh posits that water serves as a potent portal bridging the realms of the

tangible and the intangible, celebrating the profound unity that binds us all.

Future Memoirs of Water promises to be an immersive experience, inviting viewers to contemplate the

deep symbiosis shared between humankind and this life-sustaining element.

The pieces featured in this exhibition draw inspiration from impactful locales and resources that have

surrounded the artist in recent years. Among these evocative sources are the vast expanse of the Paci c

Ocean along the US west coast, the untamed cliffs lining the Atlantic Ocean in Brittany, France, and the

historical Lake Bolsena, situated atop a once-active volcano north of Rome, Italy, to name a few.

"I feel like I am a contemporary explorer of nature, captivated by the allure of oceans, rivers, and lakes. Since 2017, I've immersed myself in the study of how water retains memory, an ongoing fascination that serves as the driving force behind my artistic practice. By communing with nature I believe this brings us closer to our own nature. My art aims to cultivate a deeper understanding of ourselves.”

Rosebraugh has been collecting samples of water from around the globe. She collaborates with this water to create one of a kind drawings, monoprints, paintings, installations, videos, and sculptures.

Exhibition Opening night: Saturday, March 2, 2024, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hoffman Center For The Arts, 594 Laneda Avenue, Manzanita, OR 97130, ph (503) 368-3846

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