Observing wave patterns upon the surface of the Mississippi River while trying to measure the force of an invisible current defines the place of origin for a lifelong investigation into the transformative phenomenon of change.
Where does Change begin?
What Shape does it take?
What Form does it make?
These questions took a hold of the artist as a child growing up the Mississippi River. In her search for clues about the nature of truth and beauty she created compositions from a lexicon of images collected by observation and experience. These works of art are proof of one Iowa girl’s life.
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Nancy’ current works pay homage to original compositions by Bix Beiderbecke. Both were born in Davenport Iowa where the Mississippi River runs east and west. This unique zig-zag of the river’s current in Scott County creates patterns and compositions unique within the river’s continental course. When she hears Bix’s compositions she sees an undercurrent of blues with jazzy wave patterns phrased in a familiar framework of time. Are they both responding to an atmospheric opera presented by the Mississippi River?
Recently titled artworks reverently echo titles from Bix Beiderbecke compositions: In The Dark, In A Mist, Futuristic Rhythm, Davenport Blues, Clouds.
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