As a conceptual multidisciplinary artist, my practice spans sculpture, installations, and mixed media, challenging the traditional boundaries often placed on artists.


Drawing from my life experiences and global events, my work addresses the struggles of human existence and the biases that permeate both personal and socio-political spheres. Aligned with feminist ideology, political engagement, and self-reflexivity, my art delves into inquiries about gender, identity, and equality, reflecting on the fragility and preciousness of human reality.


All I Hear is the Symphony and Evidence of Being both series convey that all components are part of a larger, interconnected whole, much like how each instrument contributes to a unified piece. These works focus on death, aging, and the fragility of the body on a social, political and personal level; revealing a fearless engagement with the cycles of existence. These three subjects open the doors to vulnerability, resilience, and transformation, vital to the human experience. 


While deeply personal, my work also speaks to broader, and universally relevant themes. What matters most to me is creating work that cultivates dialogue revealing what is unjust and what often remains hidden—our vulnerabilities, resilience, and the interconnectedness of shared worlds.

 

 

Arlene Rush  @2024