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Debra Smale

"ISADORA DUNCAN" MIXED MEDIA SOFT SCULPTURE

"ISADORA DUNCAN" MIXED MEDIA SOFT SCULPTURE

$475.00 USD
$475.00 USD
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18"H X 19"W

Isadora Duncan lived life as if success was inevitable.  As a teacher she taught her students to transform their emotions into movement; spiritual expression flowing into the body, filling it with vibrating light. Not only did she change the dance world, she challenged societal norms and fought for the equality of women. She suffered unbelievable tragedy in her life, but persevered to inspire her students and audiences. Isadora’s mystic foundation gave rise to the creation of Modern Dance and for her audiences, visual experience of emotions. Isadora’s dance displayed what was born in her soul for all to see.
 

The body of work Debra refers to as “Birds of a Feather” is a collection she started while getting her MFA in the late 70’s. The collection’s work commemorates women: women of accomplishment, women in her family and friends. The pieces show gratitude to the women they represent, for their contributions, struggles, love and support. These creations have taken on many forms: metal and wood sculptures, paintings and most recently sculptural textile birds using repurposed materials.

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About “Birds of a Feather” from Karen Vander Werp - Grand Rapids, MI K LINN Interiors Grand Rapids, MI:

Debra always has a deliberate message behind her creative projects. I love her mission to acknowledge women of accomplishment in the form of birds. From fabric, shapes and fringe detail to beads and leg materials all are selected with relevance depicting the women they represent. These selections define their purpose, personalities and accomplishments.

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