CP

As an Oregon born artist, I have a deep appreciation for the Pacific Northwest. My strong love of the region, its residents, and a desire for a locally prosperous artistic ecology propels my desire to create. Being immersed in the Northwest region’s art scene since my youth, I am passionate about my work, and I enjoy being a part of Oregon’s artistic community. I am deeply interested in making the community rich and vibrant through art.  

 

My work is a continually evolving dialogue between the ethereal beauty of the Northwest environment and the human experience. My earliest childhood memories involve my experiences growing up on Mt. Hood at Timberline Lodge where my parents worked. I am continually exploring the visceral effects of memory and our surroundings.

 

I want my work to  be a reminder of the big picture in order to gain perspective on current political, societal, and environmental issues. I explore this subject matter in my wall sculptures by utilizing metal alloy to freeze time and space. 

 

In my work, I utilize paint, digital drawings, photography, sculpture and acrylic wall assemblages. In all of my work, I attempt to suggest the potential for energy, characterized by reflections, bold graphics, and negative space. 

 

I want the viewer to feel surrounded by potential energy, hoping to provoke a heightened awareness of beginnings and endings contained in each moment.

 

 

-Christopher Perry