Trauma Residue Exhibition Recap

Well, it’s been just over a week since my sixth solo exhibition Trauma Residue closed and it’s a weird feeling having the rest of the year “off.” I worked so incredibly hard to deliver my most concentrated and focused exhibition and I believe I accomplished that (even through a chemical leak). With just a handful of pieces finished when I got off the road just two months prior to opening night, I ended up with 40 new originals, a new song and an immersive auditory/video installation piece that was a bizarrely impressive one-third scale house. I opened the door to trauma’s discovery, infliction and aftermath which led to many fascinating conversations with so many. To hear personal stories that you chose to share with me and hearing how you connect with my work is always so, so special. I love that about what I do. I create in solitude and silence, but getting it in front of you always seems to complete my work. I get to see what you react to, how it affects. That’s the magic of art and it’s something I NEVER take for granted. This was also my highest attended show and with that happening in Toledo, Ohio, a new city I’ve never showed in before, was so satisfying. People driving hours, states and across the country to see this show in person had me feeling so fulfilled in what I do. Art is important and that connection that we now share forever is just that, endless. Trauma Residue was a moment I will not forget and I hope many of you feel the same. A sequel may be in order…

Thank you so much to everyone who took time out of their lives to experience this show. I put everything I have into it and the reciprocation of appreciation means more than I could ever put into words. So, please enjoy this recap of the promotion, imagery from opening night (thank you so much Montegraph), video trailer, signage, new song and more that goes into an event when you have a maniac like me running it.