Gallery Opening: Tales from the Disenchanted Forest

Tales from the Disenchanted Forest By Artists: Elizabeth Jordan & Terri Fraser On view: May 2 – 30 Opening: Sat, May 9 | 3-5pm Exhibition Statement: This two-person exhibition reveals the intricate connections between two distinct approaches to sculpture, each reflecting the multifaceted relationship between humans and the natural world. These connections oscillate between tension and reverence, embodying humanity’s apathy toward preservation at one moment, while celebrating a deep respect for all living beings the next. Terri Fraser and Elizabeth Jordan both channel nature’s influence into complex, evocative forms. Despite their divergent styles, their work shares a common thread: the materials they use convey rich, layered narratives that lead to vastly different, yet complementary outcomes. Terri Fraser’s sculptures are crafted from a variety of materials—delicate lengths of wire, found natural ephemera, translucent papers, and animal guts. These elements are woven and intertwined into ethereal forms that evoke nature without directly imitating it. Abstract yet pulsing with energy and humanity, her pieces hum with a quiet vibrancy that invites deep contemplation. Elizabeth Jordan’s sculptures, by contrast, are more species-oriented and narrative-driven. Built from layers of wire, wood, plaster, and paint, her works evolve into forms that straddle the boundary between animal and human. Each figure’s gesture and personality engage in an implicit dialogue with the viewer. Though their forms may appear stark, they challenge conventional notions of beauty, embodying the difficult journey of creatures navigating the human world. While Fraser’s abstract and enigmatic forms invite quiet introspection, Jordan’s narrative sculptures evoke a more immediate emotional response. Together, these works explore the spectrum of human interaction with, disruption of, and interpretation of the natural world, offering a nuanced view of the ongoing conversation between humanity and…