Minneapolis, MN
2022 Booth # 123
I am inspired by the natural world (most often the woods, water, and trees of the midwest) and how we look for and find ways to connect with each other through art and nature. I’m interested in documenting moments of quiet, joy, solitude, and locations that allow for introspection. I collect ideas and reference images while paddling, hiking, swimming and in creative communities. Those observed moments or scenes are distilled to memory. Paint and paper (both papers I have painted or decorated myself and found paper that might include text, maps or end pages from salvaged books) are my materials of choice. Drawing, painting, gluing and cutting are used interchangeably in my practice. I build layers with collage and/or paint that are mounted to a surface (most often wood panels). I simplify forms and shapes to create bold, graphic compositions. I love the evidence of the human hand in work, a wonky line or subtle imperfections speak to the human behind the work and I delight in it.
Creator of 2018 Loring Park Art Festival Postcard
© Meg Erke
© Meg Erke