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Jackie Fischer
Shaping Up
2015
Embroidery Thread, Steel, Glass, Grass, and Jeans for the Ass
Shaping Up
2015
Embroidery Thread, Steel, Glass, Grass, and Jeans for the Ass
Jackie Fischer
Like Father Like Daughter
2017
Medium: Ceramics, Iron, Epoxy
Like Father Like Daughter
2017
Medium: Ceramics, Iron, Epoxy
Work Statement: I believe past experiences have molded who I am today. Whether or not those experiences have been positive or negative they played an important role in my future decision-making. From a young age, my parents instilled me with your core values and mannerisms. I would say this started developing my personality. It’s vital to remember where I’ve come from and what experiences got me to where I am today. Growing up I spent a lot of time going to work with my dad who owns a landscaping company. From a young age, I was taught to cherish the environment especially the ground. This installed a great sense of worth for the place in which we live. The denim jeans represent the upbringing and molding of my personality which I receive from my parents. The jeans are segmented into twenty fragments; each fragment stands for one full year of experience. All the red patchwork on the jeans represents lessons I’ve learned, new growth, and experiences that helped shape me into the person I am today. The jeans are in motion to resonate with the idea of moving forward. I find grass to be very sacred and grounding with a sense of belongingness. My feet tell a lot about where I’ve been and where I’m going. They're grounding and keep me on track.
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Artist Statement: Jackie Fischer explores the alchemy of phase transformation within her sculpture and installation. She’s constantly gathering new information and insight through material exploration and experimentation. Jackie grew up in the suburbs of Eastern Long Island between two very different American communities. Jackie studied ceramics and sculpture at Alfred University (BFA ‘18) and is currently residing in the Southern Berkshires of Massachusetts. She has received multiple scholarships to various craft schools such as Anderson Ranch, Haystack, Watershed and has exhibited work Nationally.
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