![]() So much of my culture lies in the ecology of the Caribbean, and other coastal regions. They are interconnected.” -Essayist and eco-feminist (Kwolanne Felix) “I’m motivated by the resilience and beauty of my community, culture and the places we call home. Despite their outwardly inhuman appearance, at the heart of these creations lies the complexity of human nature.” Art by can’t respect our Earth without respecting each other, and we can’t respect each other without respecting our Earth. ![]() They have become more talkative, expressive and vibrant, bursting with colors and textures that make them feel alive. “Since shifting my focus, my characters have undergone a transformation. My desire to physically connect with my characters motivated me to try ceramics.” Following a move to NYC where ceramics became less accessible, Ducky adapted from clay to polymer as an artistic medium. Embracing the pursuit of the unknown is essential to me. I have no fear of experimenting with entirely new mediums, even if I have little to no prior knowledge about them. I enjoy toying with the sinister flip side that cuteness can conceal, adding a layer of intrigue to the otherwise adorable and endearing nature of my creations. “One striking quality of my characters is their immediate and welcoming presence, which mystifies their true intentions. I hope people can relate to the sense of duality in my work, and transport to the Chachiko netherworld!” Photos by work inherently celebrates and uplifts, offering visual candy that serves as something sweet and delectable for the mind’s eye to indulge in.” - (Wayne Bruce aka Ducky) “When considering my aesthetic, I like to think of it as ‘cartoon in real life,’” says the self-taught multidisciplinary artist and, more recently, novice toy-maker. It is also representative of the introspection of self, and the defense and coping mechanisms cultivated over time. “I think my sculptural work is also more nostalgic and falls into a dream realm because a lot of my inspiration stems from the things I was exposed to growing up. My sculptures often reflect the idea of escapism into a metaphysical world, while also depicting a place of in-betweenness of the cultures I grew up with,” says Chantal, who’s Chinese American. “The jewelry I make often acts as a symbol of protection on top of being a visual piece of self-expression.” “A lot of my work incorporates a swirly-type design, which feels dreamlike to me, as well as organic cybernetic-type forms that feel bodily, even in metallic materials. “I like to think of my jewelry as wearable sculptures,” says multimedia artist and jewelry designer (Chantal Shen).
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