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Gallery Contributors

Kristin Corr
Artist Statement


In creating art, I strive to produce a crisp and realistic work of art that may stand in representation of something that is perhaps not so crisp and/or realistic.  Often I am portraying an emotion or feeling.  Other times I like to use my art to suggest certain juxtapositions and “plays on words.”  However, within all of my pieces, I feel a strong connection or relation to whatever it is that is being represented.  I draw ideas from my own personal experiences, relationships, and passions.

 

I am very involved in what I consider to be our ongoing struggle for human rights in this world.  I am currently working toward my second master’s degree – a Masters in Liberal Studies, concentrating in Human Rights and The Arts.  In addition, I serve on the Board of Directors for three area non-profit organizations that work to help at-risk and underprivileged children in our community.  I find such sadness in the fact that most children who are suffering in our world are doing so as a direct result of others that have control of their lives – they are not responsible or even able to change most of the things that are thrown into their world or the situations they are forced to live in.  And yet I also find such hope in the strength of the human spirit and the resiliency of mankind – children in particular.

 

My artwork is, in many instances, a reflection of the emotions and issues that arise from this sadness and this hope – a testament to the trials and tribulations of humans in their strife for survival and growth amidst the chaos. 

 

I believe the saying “a picture is worth a thousand words” and feel as though I can often express emotions and feelings best through art. My art is conceptual and interactive with the viewer, suggesting ideas or emotions and letting the viewer take those and interpret them in ways that apply to their own life experiences.  

 

My works can range from expressing deep emotions like depression and isolation to light emotions of humor and slight juxtapositions – just as long as they represent something and portray those feelings and emotions in an impactful way.  I want my work to be something that draws the viewer in and makes them take a second look in analyzing the piece.  If I can make my audience think and feel, I have accomplished my goal as an artist.
 

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