Bill Bridges

What does an idea look like? I construct objects and experiences that show the possible answers to this question with minimal refinement or editing. This isn't an effort placed upon a created object as an idea or a final product, rather how memory, self, spirit and creative acts inform how an idea- ephemeral and invisible- actually "looks." I prefer materials which are most accessible; as a result, I'm persistent in gathering materials, objects and tools from my surroundings. The effects are two-fold: first, the gathering provides links to my subconscious as visual association; second, the accumulation of said items will then inform the making by way of the limitations they may have. This practice enables capturing a fleeting thought with whatever is around; I'm physically showing the transient nature of a spontaneous moment from life. In doing so, I'm intentionally eschewing my own judgments in favor of my value of the subconscious; this affords my work a humble naivety, making it less confrontational and deserving of further inquiry. The ideas themselves are subjects, or models, and they provide the content of the final products.

 


CHAOS is on view through August 12 - Tuesday through Saturday, 12-5pm
Ro2 Art Downtown - 110 North Akard

Ro2 Art's annual small works show features intimately scaled artwork by over 100 artists.

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