Earth and Echo - Journeys Inward

Art and Photography by Janene Bouck

Artist's Statement for Earth and Echo - Journeys Inward

In this exhibit, I explore the growing relationship between my memories and worldly exposure, where ego and recollection coexist under the watchful eye of nature. Works inspired by my deep affection for the Adirondacks and Mohawk Valley frequently utilize salvaged materials. This practice acts as a protest against wastefulness and stands as a testament to the passage of time. The subjects are often dark, allowing illumination to chase the shadows. Photography and mixed media coalesce in this exhibit, which is built from a conceptual machine with years of experience, aspiration, and transformation, allowing verity to color the landscape and direct my spiritual growth as an artist.

Biography:

Most of Janene Bouck's subjects and reclaimed materials originate from her home, the Great Sacandaga Lake area, her playground, the Adirondack Park, and her childhood home, the Mohawk Valley region of Upstate New York. In addition to creating art and fine-art photography, Janene provides commercial photography, graphic arts, and digitally restored photography at her home studio in Broadalbin, New York.

Janene's education included drafting, design, and graphic arts training. Her work has won multiple awards, including Best-in-Show at the "2018 Winter Arts Show" at the Paul Nigra Center for the Creative Arts, the Juror's Choice award at "The Art of New York" Annual Juried Show at the Arkell Museum & Canajoharie Library Stone Wall and honorable mention for the Mary Cleland Art Award at the "2016 Statewide Summer Art Show." Ms. Bouck can be contacted through her website, silentjane.art.

The exhibit opens Thursday, Jun 27, with a meet the artist reception from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Open for viewing during museum hours until July 27th, 2024.

Caroga Museum
145 London Bridge Rd
Caroga Lake NY 12032

https://www.carogamuseum.org