Julie McNair
River, 2022
Clay with Mixed Media
16 x 5 x 3 in
Copyright The Artist
The figure in this work represents a river caressing the life within - in this case, a trout. Since 2004, Julie McNair’s sculpture has been reflective of the natural world...
The figure in this work represents a river caressing the life within - in this case, a trout.
Since 2004, Julie McNair’s sculpture has been reflective of the natural world and our place in it. Many of the pieces are metaphors of the imbalance between humans and the natural world. Some are psychological studies seeking balance. Julie’s latest series “Offerings” portrays a more harmonious relationship between humanity and the environment. Using mostly female figures to express a nurturing element, McNair is suggesting the need for more gratitude and love of the different (unique). The playful quality is still forefront. While former figures were freestanding and well grounded, the new work is aloft, designed to hang on the wall. The pieces are smaller, more detailed and colorful. Her use of mixed media has expanded, still using clay as the substructure.
Since 2004, Julie McNair’s sculpture has been reflective of the natural world and our place in it. Many of the pieces are metaphors of the imbalance between humans and the natural world. Some are psychological studies seeking balance. Julie’s latest series “Offerings” portrays a more harmonious relationship between humanity and the environment. Using mostly female figures to express a nurturing element, McNair is suggesting the need for more gratitude and love of the different (unique). The playful quality is still forefront. While former figures were freestanding and well grounded, the new work is aloft, designed to hang on the wall. The pieces are smaller, more detailed and colorful. Her use of mixed media has expanded, still using clay as the substructure.
