Chapman

SARAH C. CHAPMAN

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Artist Statement

The objects I make are inspired by architecture, by nature as architect, and by my desire to build. The process of building captivates me, and, within that building process, I am fascinated by how decisions are made, how items are organized, and how a structure grows from an idea. I strive to find a balance aesthetically between the industrial and natural worlds with a focus on functionality.

This group of sculptural wall pieces references the ancient understanding of the word mandala from the Sanskrit word for circle. For me the circle as mandala is a place and point in time allowing for contemplation of an inner world and an outer world, while also allowing for movement between inner and outer—between micro and macro. In this way each sculpture is a point in time and in space to focus attention and to recognize the impermanence of a moment with gratitude.

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Constellation Point #4, 2014, Etched, patinated, fabricated, formed, and mechanically connected copper, sterling silver, nylon, seed beads, ruby, pyrite, and brass, 3.75x4x.50 in., Courtesy of the artist
Constellation Point #12, 2022, Etched, patinated, fabricated, formed, and mechanically connected copper, sterling silver, nylon, chrysocolla, turquoise, and brass, 6.25x6.25x1 in., Courtesy of the artist
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Cradle wall piece with Trireme pendant, 2014, Etched, patinated, fabricated, and mechanically connected copper and brass. Pendant: etched, patinated, formed, and fabricated sterling silver, brass, and citrine stone with an oxidized sterling silver chain, 10x10 3/8x2 1/4 in., Courtesy of the artist
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Web wall piece with Trireme pendant, 2014, Etched, patinated, fabricated, and mechanically connected copper and brass. Pendant: etched, patinated, formed, and fabricated sterling silver, brass, and shell with an oxidized sterling silver chain, 12.5x13x2.75 in., Courtesy of the artist
Constellation Point #11, 2022, Etched, patinated, fabricated, formed, and mechanically connected copper, sterling silver, nylon, glass seed beads, turquoise, and brass, 9x8.25x1 in., Courtesy of the artist