Brandon Lowery

Doomscrolling

Stoneware, Glaze, Oxide Wash, Gold Luster

15 x 13 x 12"

$1000

This work investigates the constant flood of information through our digital media and how that impacts our mental health. This work uses a variety of techniques to achieve the final piece. There were three firing with oxide washes, glaze and luster. The main tools used were hands and k 23 kemper.

Artist Statement:

I am interested in the concept of vulnerability. Growing up in a society that champions strength and fearlessness, I have often felt that the continuous pressure not to show emotional and mental susceptibility is more burdensome than strengthening. This pressure can lead to feelings of shame and insecurity, especially for individuals who are sensitive, emotionally expressive, or struggle with mental illness. Because of the way expected gender roles influence our behavior in relationships, it can be particularly challenging for individuals to open up and to be comfortable. The strain of going against our emotional conditioning can cause deflation and dysfunction. If we are able to admit vulnerability with ourselves and with one another in order to deal with our weaknesses and the inevitable hardships we face in life, we have the opportunity to become stronger, to know ourselves better, and to find connections in our chaotic world.