Flesh + Bone III

July 6 – July 28, 2019

Juror’s Statement
“Flesh + Bone III” is a selection of contemporary artists representing the figure in a diverse range of techniques, mediums and meanings. Three hundred original entries were curated down to twenty by
selecting those that I felt had the greatest visual and psychological weight, while embodying the spirit of the title.

As a figurative artist, I strive to find balance between representation and abstraction. It’s important to bring meaning to a work of art—to create something memorable and not just a replica. In this show, I was looking for work that echoed a similar tenor. As a result, each piece selected contains a bit of invention and spectacle, mixed with truth.

Contemporary art comes in many shapes and sizes. Akin to an all-you-can-eat buffet, there is more than enough to go around. Art connoisseurs can fill their proverbial plate with a vast array of styles and tastes. But figurative art seeks to turn its gaze back to the viewer, reflecting our own nature. The subtext of each piece I chose for “Flesh + Bone III” is varied, but all speak about what it means to be human.

I hope you see as I do, the complexities of life on display in “Flesh + Bone III.” A tour of the space will offer up work that express a little humor, loss, friendship, innocence, anger, desire, strength, peace and so much more.

I want to thank IA&A at Hillyer for inviting me to jury “Flesh + Bone III.” I congratulate you on your continued support of the arts and your commitment to the arts community in the DC region. As an artist myself, I know how important group shows can be in getting your work seen. I also want to thank all the artists that submitted work. I was lucky to be presented with such a strong and diverse range of thoughtfully produced pieces. I hope you like the show as much as I do.

-Scott Hutchison, July 2019

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Featured Artists
David Andersson (NY)
Michael Back (NY)
Alan B. Callander (DC)
Miguel Carter-Fisher (VA)
Ehren Clodfelter (NY)
Julian Cushing (PA)
Sean De (VA)
Rebecca Finelli (VA)
Gavin Glakas (VA)
Michal Hunter (DC)
Cristian Ianculescu (MD)
Michaela Japec (VA)
David Manno (NY)
Alexandra Opie + Ariel Wilson (OR)
Lauren Pitcher Stone (NJ)
Erin Ruffino (NY)
Michael Thron (MD)
Reba Kittredge Tyson (NY)
Orion Wertz (GA)
Yeon Ji Yoo (NY)