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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

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.

Bricks

2016

Broken Tiles/Bricks/Rocks from

Various Countries, Wax,

Oil Paint on cement slabs

4 ft x 4 ft

This project examines perceptions about the logic behind human beings need to fix things - be it oneself or obstructions within our environment. This is a collection of 50 broken tiles and bricks from various countries throughout the world, put back together in their assumed original shapes with oil colored wax.

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Vase In Park

2015

Florence, Italy

Dirt, Honey, Foam, Tape

5 ft x .2.5 ft

This project examines perceptions about the logic behind human beings need to fix things - be it oneself or obstructions within our environment. This vandalized vase was found in a park on the Arno river, then was attempted to be repaired by masking the graffiti and taping reconstructions of the volutes onto the bottom columns.

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Broken Fence

Installation

2015

Kelp, Twine, Metal Post, Chain

Magdelenafjorenden, Gravneset

Spitsbergen, Norway

This project examines perceptions about the logic behind human beings need to fix things - be it oneself or obstructions within our environment. This broken fence was found in the Arctic and then restored by connecting each pole with found seaweed. By using string to tie the kelp to one another, the fence was made whole again.

Sewing Needle

2015

Driftwood, Paint, Metal Cable

8.2 ft x 2 in

This project examines perceptions about the logic behind human beings need to fix things - be it oneself or obstructions within our environment. This driftwood was found floating down the Arno river in Florence, Italy, during a torrential storm and then sculpted into a large sewing needle to symbolize the act of mending.

Life Jacket

2015

Cement, Fabric, Plastic Buckles

20 in x 12 in x 4 in

This project examines perceptions about the logic behind human beings need to fix things - be it oneself or obstructions within our environment. This cast life jacket incites a dialogue on the importance of how we go about fixing things, and questions what is really being fixed.

Keri Rosebraugh