Marie Magnetic

Lives and works in Chicago, IL, USA

Artist statement

I use paint, collage, and found objects to create art about my life and the lives of others. Within my art, I reflect on the mundane, the morose, and the magnificently mad while considering the experiences of being othered. My art practice helps me to examine dystopia, delight, and delusion in society. My work is also inspired by my experiences as a Jewish, Indigenous, neurodivergent, and queer woman. I grew up in a small town in Michigan and witnessed people struggle with addiction, mental illness, disability, racism, and poverty. I am interested in educating and informing others about social issues through my artwork. I am influenced by absurdity, surrealism, and satire, in which I aim to engage my audience and play with color and form. I like experimenting in my art, delving into a world where familiarity and the unknown merge. As an artist, I aim to think about the world differently, question societal norms, and consider a greater social consciousness.

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