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Oil paint on cradled wood panel
16” x 20”
Artist Statement:
“My work explores themes of collecting, why we gather objects, and the direct connection between collecting and circumscribed interests. The items featured come from both my own collection and my brother’s. Drawing from a personal love of toys and pop culture, I examine the significance these objects take on beyond their intended purpose. Informed by my relationship with my autistic brother, I am particularly interested in how collecting shapes neurodivergent experiences—providing comfort, structure, and an expressive medium that helps us better understand ourselves and each other.”
Carolyn’s work explores the culture of collecting and circumscribed interests through objects sourced from her own and her brother’s personal collections. Rooted in toy nostalgia and pop culture, her pieces investigate how familiar items transcend their original purpose to provide comfort, structure, and communication. Informed by her bond with her autistic brother, Carolyn examines how collecting shapes neurodivergent perspectives, fostering deeper connection and self-understanding.
Oil paint on cradled wood panel
16” x 20”
Artist Statement:
“My work explores themes of collecting, why we gather objects, and the direct connection between collecting and circumscribed interests. The items featured come from both my own collection and my brother’s. Drawing from a personal love of toys and pop culture, I examine the significance these objects take on beyond their intended purpose. Informed by my relationship with my autistic brother, I am particularly interested in how collecting shapes neurodivergent experiences—providing comfort, structure, and an expressive medium that helps us better understand ourselves and each other.”
Carolyn’s work explores the culture of collecting and circumscribed interests through objects sourced from her own and her brother’s personal collections. Rooted in toy nostalgia and pop culture, her pieces investigate how familiar items transcend their original purpose to provide comfort, structure, and communication. Informed by her bond with her autistic brother, Carolyn examines how collecting shapes neurodivergent perspectives, fostering deeper connection and self-understanding.