Donovan employs common objects such as plastic cups, straws, paper plates, pins, and buttons, assembling them in massive quantities to create intricate, organic forms that often mimic natural phenomena like clouds, dunes, and cellular structures.
« I don't think inspiration just comes from the sky. I think you have to sit down and you have to work. and you have to have determination. »
Tara Donovan
Her work explores themes of perception, transformation, and the relationship between the mundane and the sublime, inviting viewers to reconsider the materials and spaces around them. Donovan's process involves meticulous repetition and accumulation, resulting in works that are both monumental and delicate, highlighting the interplay between structure and chaos.
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Donovan employs common objects such as plastic cups, straws, paper plates, pins, and buttons, assembling them in massive quantities to create intricate, organic forms that often mimic natural phenomena like clouds, dunes, and cellular structures.
« I don't think inspiration just comes from the sky. I think you have to sit down and you have to work. and you have to have determination. »
Tara Donovan
Her work explores themes of perception, transformation, and the relationship between the mundane and the sublime, inviting viewers to reconsider the materials and spaces around them. Donovan's process involves meticulous repetition and accumulation, resulting in works that are both monumental and delicate, highlighting the interplay between structure and chaos. She has been recognized with numerous awards and has exhibited widely in prestigious institutions, solidifying her position as a significant figure in contemporary art.
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