Jessica Bodner

Lives and works in Livingston, MT, USA

Artist statement

As a practicing full time professional artist for nearly 30 years, I can honestly say I have the best job on the planet, my passion for working with steel and other mediums as a pallet to create my art, blends a strong foundation of engineering and metalworking techniques with a freeform natural style of working with the materials. Archeology, geometry, and astronomy often influence the direction of my artwork, fractals and forms in Nature speak to me in very personal ways, opening up intuitive expressions in my work. Native American culture fuels an inner passion and inspiration for many projects. As an environmentalist and naturalist, I have always held a strong respect and appreciation for the "Original Peoples" and their interwoven relationship with the land and animals, I feel a strong empathy and kinship with the old ways humans lived and draw profound inspiration from their ancient techniques of weaving and craftsmanship. I aspire to bring some awareness and respect for Native cultures and traditions through the creation of sculptural objects placed in nature or public spaces. My sculpted woven steel vessel forms partially buried in the earth are reminiscent of archeological artifacts, a bygone era of Human and Nature living in harmony. Steel Beehive light sculptures combine form and light that casts texture and patterns on the surrounding surfaces, creating a double dimension of drawing, which harmonizes with the architecture and creates a serene atmosphere....

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