Artist's Statement: A Geology of Spirit
What do we know, and how do we know it? How do we know we know something, or anything? Is knowledge equal to experience, e.g., does one have to "experience" something to know it, or are there other ways of knowing? What does shared experience mean if individuals perceive it differently? What do communication and collaboration entail if the concept of distinct individuality is culturally dominant?
If knowing is an intangible process, then what does it mean to know or to perceive spiritual energy? What is "sensing" energy, such as sensing the ancient energy contained in stone? What are our contemporary containers, materials, and experiences and how do they feel in proximity with ancient or spiritual energy? Is there a difference between a container and a vessel? What is the nature of containment?
Is creating or interacting with art a good way to start conversations about these ideas?
These are currently some of my favorite questions. While working, I try to ask them without words.
Priscilla Proudwoman Stadler