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Ken Hamilton | “Objects Are Smaller Than They Appear”

Opening Exhibition Sculpture Art Gallery

What’s Happening?

Objects Are Smaller Than They Appear

Our perception of reality is based on sensory information we have been absorbing all our lives.
When we look at any object, whatever the scale, we subconsciously compare it to what we have
seen in the real world. If we happen to see something we’ve never seen before, we identify it and
store it in our memory for future reference.
We rely on those experiences when we look at any form of representational art, including
miniatures. Whatever we choose to call them – vignettes, dioramas or scale environments –
“miniatures” invite us to look at reality from an entirely different perspective.
By combining various shapes, materials and colors I attempt to build scenes that remind viewers
of experiences they may have had in their own lives. My goal is to invite viewers to become part
of the scene where they can ponder every detail, speculate what is taking place and perhaps
develop their own story lines regarding past, present and even future events in the miniature
worlds before them.

Or they can simply enjoy the details for what they are – perceptions of reality

Objects Are Smaller Than They Appear

Our perception of reality is based on sensory information we have been absorbing all our lives.
When we look at any object, whatever the scale, we subconsciously compare it to what we have
seen in the real world. If we happen to see something we’ve never seen before, we identify it and
store it in our memory for future reference.
We rely on those experiences when we look at any form of representational art, including
miniatures. Whatever we choose to call them – vignettes, dioramas or scale environments –
“miniatures” invite us to look at reality from an entirely different perspective.
By combining various shapes, materials and colors I attempt to build scenes that remind viewers
of experiences they may have had in their own lives. My goal is to invite viewers to become part
of the scene where they can ponder every detail, speculate what is taking place and perhaps
develop their own story lines regarding past, present and even future events in the miniature
worlds before them.

Or they can simply enjoy the details for what they are – perceptions of reality

More about Public Works Art Center
Public Works Art Center is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Community Art Space in Downtown Summerville, SC, just steps away from shops, bars, restaurants, and other destinations in historic Downtown Summerville. We have exhibition galleries that change every six weeks, art camps and classes for all ages, special event rentals, free events, a gift shop, and so much more!
When & Where
Nov 7, 2024, 10:00am to
Jan 11, 2025, 5:00pm Timezone: EST
Free

No Registration required! Just show up!

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