{"title":"KIEFER FLOREAL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARTIST STATEMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy practice is rooted in a continuous dialogue between ornamentation and decoration, working to strike a balance between structure and spontaneity. Whether in drawing, sculpture, or ceramics, my goal is to bring fluidity into the stationary - infusing movement and traces of process that bring each piece to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy work is situated within a collection of visual memories, blending personal and fictional narratives I have gathered throughout my life. It draws from the intricate details of my grandmothers’ homes, alongside speculative imagery rooted in imagined and local ecologies. The ornamentation in my work references the curves of animal anatomy, the sweeping lines of landscapes, and the subtle textures of the wilderness. The decorative elements, by contrast, are informed by ornate furniture, translating those delicate details in ways that are often felt rather than overtly seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving built my foundation making functional ware for local farmers’ markets, I carry a deep awareness of,and gratitude for,the people who live alongside my work every day. My family, friends, and community provide the supportive bedrock that allows me to create freely. Knowing that these pieces find a place in people’s lives is incredibly meaningful; this quiet connection gives me the grounding to remain true to my voice while continuing to explore new ideas and take on ambitious, challenging projects that push my practice forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"#about\"\u003eBiography\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/vesselsandsticks.com\/collections\/kiefer-floreal.oembed","provider":"Vessels + Sticks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}