When we look at a place, we see it as static – as if it had always been and will always be that way, but all places have history and all places will transform, evolve, and perhaps return to a previous state. Abandoned structures remind us of what once was, but they are not the only sites that experience birth, death, and rebirth. I strive to depict various moments in a place’s life cycle – tumultuous years existing together in one quiet moment. These paintings, mixed media sculptures, and prints are inspired by my hometown of Hollywood, Florida: a city that has experienced dramatic change since it was founded one hundred years ago. Each work begins with a memory – either mine or a shared memory from someone else longing to reconnect to the past. I visit and research the site, and through my work, I strive to reveal the unique history of these spaces, creating a place for the memories to live on.
For more information about some of my recent works, please visit Land of Sunshine (IS Projects).
Angelica Clyman 