S E N E S C E N C E
new derreen 46, chromatogram monoprint on paper, 2025
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This body of work, Senescence, takes its name from the biological processes of maturation and transition within living organisms. It centers on the chemical changes that occur in spent flower blossoms—at the point beyond conventional bloom. Harvested from the field, the flowers are pressed onto a work surface through the weight and movement of my body in a tactile, performative act. This process produces chromatogram monoprints that register material shifts within the organic matter. When backlit, the paper and canvas reveal layers of embedded information—traces of data otherwise imperceptible to the eye.
Each monoprint is inherently ephemeral; time and exposure to light gradually alter its surface and appearance. To preserve the fleeting intensity of these works, they are digitally captured while backlit, allowing the imagery to register the full range of embedded information held within the surface and substrate, beyond what remains visibly apparent on the surface alone. Through this process, the works continue as large-scale prints, wall-based installations, and as source material for drawings and paintings. Their intricate patterns, sinuous forms, and heightened color are further carried into new contexts, including functional objects designed for use and wear.
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Each monoprint is inherently ephemeral; time and exposure to light gradually alter its surface and appearance. To preserve the fleeting intensity of these works, they are digitally captured while backlit, allowing the imagery to register the full range of embedded information held within the surface and substrate, beyond what remains visibly apparent on the surface alone. Through this process, the works continue as large-scale prints, wall-based installations, and as source material for drawings and paintings. Their intricate patterns, sinuous forms, and heightened color are further carried into new contexts, including functional objects designed for use and wear.
Visit psartware.com to preview what’s available for purchase.
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