Roberley Bell: This and That
"I am inspired by, and referential to, the natural world, blurring the line between the natural world and my own reimaginings of it." -Roberley Bell
My sculptures are a conglomeration of contrasting elements, straddling the space between representation and abstraction. The dominant features of color, form, and material push against one another, expanding the potential for disparate materials to come together in new ways, creating hybridized forms. I am inspired by, and referential to, the natural world, blurring the line between the natural world and my own reimaginings of it. My sculptures are crafted using a wide variety of media, including clay, plaster, and wood. It is both the combination of materials and their inherent properties that I explore in my sculpture, seeking potential in unexpected ways. There is a palpable spontaneity inherent in these works.
Drawing is an integral part of my studio practice, allowing me to work out complex ideas around form and color. Drawing is my process of thinking out loud—a means to explore the potential of a sculpture as it progresses over time and space.
