A Perception of Failure
Does learning about something the artist considers a flaw affect what you think about the sculpture?
“Jones invites people to view her work along with information an artist doesn’t usually share — what she considers to be the flaws in her work. A statement is displayed next to each sculpture that explains why the piece failed to meet her original objective. Jones asks viewers if this knowledge alters their opinion of the piece — inquiring if learning about something the artist considers an imperfection impacts what a viewer thinks about the piece.
The aim of the exhibition is to encourage viewers to examine their ideas and experiences of failure. The exhibit features a selection of whimsical, brightly colored, self-supporting sculptures created with fabric and a sewing machine. Inspired by mathematical topology and a desire to achieve new forms, Jones said that her background in research and computer engineering braces her systematic experimentation with technique and architectural construction. “
A Perception of Failure by Claire B Jones in Kathrin Cawein Gallery at Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
A Perception of Failure by Claire B Jones in Kathrin Cawein Gallery at Pacific University, Forest Grove, Oregon
Installing A Perception of Failure by Claire B Jones in Betty Feves Memorial Gallery at Blue Mountain Community College, Pendleton, Oregon
Installing A Perception of Failure by Claire B Jones in Betty Feves Memorial Gallery at Blue Mountain Community College, Pendleton, Oregon
A Perception of Failure by Claire B Jones in Betty Feves Memorial Gallery at Blue Mountain Community College, Pendleton, Oregon
A Perception of Failure by Claire B Jones in Umpqua Community College Gallery, Roseburg, Oregon