about
Susie CK Kelly, born, at a very young age, in London.
Multidisciplinary Visual Artist - intrigued that 97 percent of human and non-humans bodies consist of the same elements as stardust. Interconnectedness and the Symbiocene narrative are strong influences, as is the question - what motivates us humans to do certain things? have discovered through research that parallel interest in accessibility, equality and social inclusion are interlinked.
Drawing is where ideas take form after which the sky is the limit in terms of medium. Artworks can encompass photography, print, video, holography, sculpture, painting, and machinic installations. Haptics, smell and soundscapes feature. A circular economy proponent, thus earth friendly and pre-used, found, repurposed, recycled, sustainable matter are ever-present.
Current research lines include symbiotic systems, the body as microbiome and dust.
In addition to studio practice, collaborations are indispensable. Whether with beekeepers or advanced photonics experts, working with professionals from diverse fields sparks creativity and invariably drives the research down unexpected paths.
Influences include The Harrisons, Mackey, Haraway, Simard, Carson, Lippard, Morton and Albrecht.
"We're born with a creative energy, we're born readymade, like eggs" (Louise Nevelson at the Guggenheim Museum 3/5/'86).
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Haumea Ecoversity '22 Earth Charter Vision and Values
Leave a Light on Laois '21 ~ selected artist
Haumea Ecoversity '21 ~ Ecoliteracy
Ecoartspace feature: https://ecoartspace.org/Blog/10117282
MA:AP @ MTU
Transcending Annihilation @ GOMA, Waterford City Dec 2020 - February 2021
Residency with National Sculpture Factory
Shortlisted - RDS Visual Art Awards 2020
BA Hons Visual Art (1st)
" circular economy mimics Earth’s naturally circular systems, it aims to bend industry back into harmony with nature, so that we can continue to prosper.
Refuse, Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Remanufacture, Repurpose, Recycle, Recover