Garrick Hargrove: Signals That Sound In The Dark
November 13 - January 11, 2024
"In this artistic journey, I delve into the imaginative realm where creatures take form as manifestations of the thoughts and ideas swirling within my mind. Each creature I create serves as a vessel for exploration, reflecting my inner dialogue and the complexities of the human experience.
"My creative process begins with a spark—an emotion, a memory, or a fleeting idea. From this seed, I allow my imagination to roam freely, crafting beings that embody these thoughts. These creatures evolve organically, often revealing unexpected facets of my own psyche as I engage with them. Through sketching, writing, and sculpting, I give life to these entities, each representing an aspect of my consciousness.
"The interplay between these creatures, sound, and my thoughts acts as a dialogue; it challenges me, inspires me, and guides my creative decisions. This process is not linear; it is a dance of intuition and reflection, where each creature informs the others, building a rich tapestry of interconnected ideas.
"Signals That Sound In The Dark invites viewers into my inner world, encouraging them to recognize the unique creatures that inhabit their own minds and to consider their own responses to music and art and reflect on how sound influences their perceptions. Through this exploration, I celebrate blurring of mediums to communicate complex narratives and foster shared experiences, reminding us of the beauty that emerges when we allow our minds to be free."
Garrick Hargrove, November 2024
