Intersections Exhibition Catalog (PDF) - Minneapolis College of Art ...

ALEXIS
KUHR
STEPHANIE
THOMPSON
ARTISTS’ STATEMENT
Alexis Kuhr
In a series of large-scale, mixed-media works
on canvas, I explore the possibilities of mark,
space, and surface.
Beginning with the basic elements of introductory
perspective, I intuitively realign planes, arriving at
spaces that both advance and retreat to produce
a realm of disquieting spatial ambiguity.
Through my process I produce new structures
that create visual interest through slight
visual disruptions that emerge out of irregular
geometries. The overall impact is one of
contemplative, measured activity.
Stephanie Thompson
Influenced by a recent investigation into my
family’s ancestry, I create acrylic paintings
that explore my ability to establish a
genuine relationship with the past.
By carefully selecting shapes derived from
historical photographs, I create structures that
hover between existence and intangibility.
A neutralized color palette combined with planned
gestural mark-making contributes to a fleeting
sense of time and place.
INTERSECTIONS