Soap

“Soap Scream”

The “soap” series has been cast from an amalgamation of small glycerin soap bars originally supplied to guests in my family’s, second-generation motel.  Leftover and partially used pieces of soap were collected, melted together and the viscous liquid cast into various body-parts.

"Self Portrait of a Motelier"

This collaboration between unknown and unknowing guests and myself, is intensely personal, with a history of numerous interactions:  guests renting a room, spending the night and using the small bars of soap to wash away the physical remains of the day.  On closer examination, vestiges of human activity are revealed; hair and dirt appear like insects caught in amber.  Light passes through the recycled soap creating a glow, while the distinct soap odor permeates the space.

"Hand Collecting Soap"