Exhibit Statement:

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"Silent Surfaces: Mapping Spatial & Personal Discoveries" is a three person exhibition featuring the artwork of Donnie Copeland (Arkansas), Ryan Lewis (Michigan), & Matthew Mclaughlin (Maryland) each offering distinct avenues of exploration into introspection, spatial cognition, and nuanced patterns of existence. Copeland's "Interrupted Paths" series examines ideas of interruptions and transitions through painted collage, prompting viewers to consider the parallels between the visual disruptions seen through his painted striations to the complexities of life's journey. Lewis's "Everted Sanctuaries" delves into the nature of introversion, revealing the delicate balance between speaking out and blending in. Through stop-motion animation videos, Lewis uncovers the unseen struggles of introverts, utilizing found objects as metaphors for the transformative process from silence to: expression. Mclaughlin's artwork, characterized by his "Proxemic Boundaries" & "Reflective Cartography mixed media series, studies spatial environments, both personal and societal. By dissecting the divisions humans create, Mclaughlin prompts viewers to reflect on their relationships and the subtle yet profound impact of boundaries on our lives. Together, these artists provoke dialogues on the intricacies of human existence, inviting viewers lo navigate the silent surfaces of their own inner landscopes while mapping the depths of our vulnerabilities.

 

-Greenville Center for Creative Arts

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