Tracy Penn

Profile Picture: May You Be the Road, encaustic, oil and upcycled material on panel, 2021

Artist Statement: I use discarded materials in my work. I upcycle these unwanted objects, giving them a second life and creating more environmental value. By using these materials in my paintings, I hope to bring attention to the effect that we as a society are having on climate change. The upcycled materials also help to create an impression on the surface of each work. This allows me the opportunity to add texture and to create distorted grids, both key elements of my aesthetic. This process allows me to transform my work over time, to make mistakes, to experiment, and to begin anew.

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