Visceral Paths

PLA plastic and Cotton rag fiber L14” x W20” x H2.5”

My artwork, 'Visceral Paths', delves deeply into the theme of interconnectedness between our inner and outer worlds, using natural and anatomical imagery to highlight this complex web of relationships.

At its core, the piece can be appreciated as a visceral image that evokes elements of the human body and nature. The intricate links and intersections within the artwork may remind viewers of the brain, lungs, blood vessels, or plant root systems. These forms illustrate a network of life, both tangible and imagined, emphasizing the complexity and interconnectedness present in living organisms. The image also resembles the inner structure of the paper, especially plant-based fibres, seen under a microscope.

From my perspective, we exist at the intersection where the visceral body connects with the outer world through invisible pathways. This interpretation presents my work as a visual metaphor for the countless connections that bridge our internal experiences with the external environment. These pathways transmit stimuli and nourishment from the outside world into our inner being and convey our responses outward.

This continuous exchange underscores the dynamic interplay between the individual and their surroundings.

In a broader sense, my work also reflects the intricate connections among people. Our moods and actions influence one another, illustrating that no one is truly isolated. In the age of globalization, every corner of the world is affected by events elsewhere, reinforcing the idea that the earth functions as a single organism, like a hive.

The creation of this piece in cotton rag fibre pulp, supported by an inner structure made of PLA plastic, further enhances its layered complexity. The use of these materials to draw paths, adding layer upon layer, results in the intricate form that embodies the theme of interconnectedness.