Research materials for my new project, tentatively titled Shadow Effects, finally arrived. This project will explore the connections between logging, libraries and employment through sculpture, video, photography and drawing...and glitter encrusted conifer cones. There is much research to do and I am excited to begin researching and planning for my first installation. I believe this to be particularly relevant projects considering library closures within the state of Oregon and the declining forest products industry.My questions for this project:
-- What pressures does capitalism place on the environment and the community?
-- How are these pressures manifested?
-- How does one's work shape their position on land use management?
-- How can federal lands be managed to benefit the environment, industry and the community?
