Joan Malkerson with The Big RedSeed Pod (Ode to Magdalena Abakanowicz). Courtesy/Cynthia Johnson
ART News:
CARRIZOZO. — Highly acclaimed artist, Joan Malkerson, known for paintings, ceramics, sculpture and installations, is set to unveil a captivating solo art show centered around the theme of seeds.
The exhibition, titled “The Seed Woman,” showcases a diverse collection of artworks that delve into the aesthetic and profound significance of seeds in our world.
Seeds, often overlooked in their familiarity and petiteness, shape our environment and sustain life. “The Seed Woman” elevates the humble seed to the forefront of our awareness, highlighting seeds’ inherent beauty and transformative impact on our daily lives, common culture and future viability.
Centered around the artist’s original writing, a mythological origin story of “The Seed Woman,” the exhibition’s thoughtfully installed artworks explore multiple themes including the natural transference of seeds from place to place, their cellular structures, seed banks, human and animal interactions with seeds, and how important healthy seeds are to our future food capacities and shelter designs. From vibrant and evocative paintings that depict the intricate patterns and colors of different seeds in various stages of development to stunning ceramic pieces that bring a tactile dimension to the subjects, each artwork is a testament to Malkerson’s skill in conveying the beauty and power inherent in these small but mighty entities.
“The Seed Woman” will be on exhibit at THE RED DOOR GALLERY from March 2, 2024 to April 13, 2024. The public opening reception will take place 5-7 p.m. March 2, 2024, providing art enthusiasts and the community an opportunity to engage with the artist and explore the rich narratives behind each piece.
To view more pictures and preview the exhibit, visit: www.theseedwoman.art
About JOAN MALKERSON:
Malkerson lives and works in Carrizozo, New Mexico and Minnesota. Her art making is exploratory in nature and combines myriad elements including painting, ceramics, sculpture, and mixed media. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Colorado College as well as Teacher Certification, and a BFA from Maine College of Art. Her artworks have been shown in numerous exhibitions throughout the U.S. including shows in New Mexico, Minnesota, Alaska, Maine, and Wisconsin. Joan’s works are held in corporate and private collections in these States and more. Joan is CoFounder of Carrizozo AIR, an inceptive Board Member of Limina Arts Foundation, and she currently owns and curates the J. Malkerson Gallery 408 on Twelfth Street in Carrizozo, New Mexico.
About THE RED DOOR GALLERY:
The Red Door Gallery is located in the Lutz Building at 401 Twelfth Street, Carrizozo, New Mexico, USA 88301. For more information or directions to The Red Door Gallery, call 612.963.1499.
