Q & A with Judith Klausner

What is your favorite thing people usually don’t notice?

One of my favorite details is the worm on the underside of the soil in “Putting Down Roots.” I enjoy how often children discover it before adults. It’s important to me to engage visitors of all ages, and it’s great to have children showing adults things about the work they might have missed!

What’s one of the most surprising materials used in the work?

I sometimes invite folks to smell the rusty keys – one of the key materials in the “rust” is cinnamon! I’ve worked with food as a primary medium before, but it’s snuck its way into this work in unexpected ways.

What is a question you like to ask visitors viewing your work?

I always like to know what each visitor’s favorite piece is. It could be something they connected with emotionally, a use of materials they found interesting, or just something that made them smile. It makes me happy when people have all different favorites!
The other one I like to ask people is: what flavor is the popsicle?
There’s no “right” answer – I have my own opinion, just like everyone else. I’ve found the question has led to a number of interesting conversations about nostalgia, flavor, and color.

How do you want people to approach your art?

With curiosity! I want my art to be explored. So much if my time is spent focusing on small details, I love when people take the time to look closely.
Judith Klausner
(de) composed/nocturne
April 6-April 28, 2024