Michelle Constantine at Space07 October 10th

"The Unintentional Spread of Voodoo", Double sided quilt, fabric, appliqué, sewing pins, 73"x63", 2008

I’m excited to present my latest curatorial project in connection with Space07 (1421 R St, Sacramento, CA 95814) entitled, “Insert Exclamatory! A seemingly random collection of work thematically connected”. This show opens in Sacramento on Saturday, October 10th and will feature the work of Los Angeles based artist, Michelle Constantine. “Insert Exclamatory!” will include a selection of the artist’s works employing the techniques of quilting, collage, and printmaking. Follow the link to see more of Michelle’s beautiful work and to learn more about the show.

"Los Angeles Fault Zones Map Quilt", Fabric, 48"x60", 2007

"Los Angeles Fault Zones Map Quilt" (detail, San Andreas Fault)

The work for Insert Exclamatory! centers around the thematic connection of unexpected situations that have gone wrong in ways both specific to the artist and non-specific in terms of cultural and historical contexts. Constantine’s work thrives in these “wrong” situations; they are her best inspiration. By exploring these unexpected events through the unexpected use of bright, happy colors, Constantine finds peace in what has gone wrong and, ultimately, acceptance. For Insert Exclamatory! Constantine employs the folk craft of quilting to tell certain stories. Other pieces included utilize the techniques of printmaking, collage and photocopying.

"All the people who I've told and the order I told them", Silkscreen and drawing, 11"x16", 2008

"T7", Silkscreen with glitter, Edition of 3, 14"x17.25", 2008

MICHELLE CONSTANTINE is a graduate of Pasadena’s Art Center College of Design. Constantine works primarily in fabric, a medium the artist has been comfortable with since childhood, and enjoys printmaking. Her work deals with things that have gone wrong juxtaposed with vibrant, happy colors (and sometimes glitter.) Constantine’s work has been exhibited internationally, with a recent show at London’s Riflemaker Gallery. She has also shown throughout California and her work resides in several private collections. The artist currently lives and works in Pasadena, CA.

"Bruise 1", Transfer on paper, 22"x30", 2007

"Bruise 4", Transfer on paper, 22"x30", 2007

“Insert Exclamatory!” opens on Saturday, October 10th, 2009 from 5-10pm as part of Sacramento’s Second Saturday Art Walk at Space07: 1421 R St., Sacramento, CA 95814 Hope to see you there!