I spy . . . . a propeller, a watch, false teeth, and keys.
I spy . . . . handcuffs, a comb, boats, and a ladder.
I spy . . . . a brush, an eraser, numbers, and a whistle.
I spy . . . . wheels, a fish hook, curlers, and a doorbell.
I spy . . . . a luggage tag, pencils, a knife, and perfume.
I spy . . . . hands, a mouse trap, a harmonica, and rulers.
I spy . . . . a clothespin, mirrors, a diaper pin, and a ladder.
I spy . . . . flowers, a shovel, stars, an anchor, and a clown.
I spy . . . . dishes, a wing, bells, and a car.
I was invited to create a piece of art in response to the Salem Reads: One Book, One Community project. The book chosen for the project is Spare Parts: Four Undocumented Teenagers, One Ugly Robot, and the Battle for the American Dream, by Joshua Davis.
Since the four teenagers built an underwater robot using spare and scavenged parts, I created my piece using my favorite found and scavenged objects. The title of my piece is Everything Accounted For, and here is my artist statement:
I’m a collector, energized by hunting for worn out and discarded objects. When I see a beat up vintage tin or discover a rusty piece of metal, I hyperventilate a bit. I’m excited about the opportunity to give new life to these cast off, expendable objects. Everything Accounted For represents some of the best pieces from my collection, each one a sacred scrap. In creating this piece, I was inspired by the resourcefulness, vision, and creativity of Oscar, Cristian, Luis, and Lorenzo.
The exhibit will be at the Salem Public Library from January 31 – February 26, 2017. The opening reception is Tuesday, January 31st at 5:30 pm.
When my piece returns home, this is where it will hang:
