Description
TERRA by Sejal Ashar
air dry clay- unfinished
9 x 10 inches
Year created: 2024
Description: Intricate details of a woman with serene facial features and soft-flowing hair styled in braids.
Connection to the theme: This clay-bust statue of a beautiful woman captures a figure's timeless elegance and humanity without the confines of racial or ethnic identity. The sculpture, formed from clay's raw, earthy material, embodies the idea that all humans are born from the earth, originating as simple, uncolored beings. The smooth, unmarked surface of the bust highlights the natural texture of clay, suggesting that race and skin color are not inherent but are imposed by societal constructs. The woman’s features are universal—her expression serene, her posture graceful—suggesting that beauty and worth are not defined by race but by our shared humanity. The earthy tones of the clay further reinforce the message that we all come from the same source: the earth itself, which knows no color or division. This bust serves as a powerful reminder that, beneath the surface, we are all equal in our origins, and that racism, as a divisive construct, contradicts the inherent unity of the human experience. The artwork challenges viewers to reconsider perceptions of difference and to embrace the truth that, in the end, we are all made from the same clay.
Artist Statement: I am a mixed media artist, who likes to use all mediums that the art world has to offer, including but not limited to, acrylic paints, oil paintings, palette knife painting, modeling paste, air dry clay a well as sculpting.
Bio: My name is Sejal Ashar, I originally come from Mumbai, India, I am A commerce graduate by education and currently working as Assistant Vice President/ Senior Fraud Analyst with M&T Bank for the past 11 years and counting. Art has always been a part of me since I was a little girl. As a Mixed Media Artist, I like to weave together vibrant colors, textures, and emotions to create visually stunning and thought-provoking works of art. Born in Mumbai, India, now I call the United States my home for over two decades, drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and experiences. A seasoned artist with a passion for experimentation, I have showcased works in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New Jersey. With a unique blend of traditional Indian aesthetics and contemporary mixed media techniques, my art not only embodies the beauty of cultural fusion but also continues to push the boundaries of mixed media art, exploring themes of identity, community, and social justice. With an unwavering commitment to creative expression, my art remains a testament to the transformative power of imagination and cultural exchange. I always partner with a charity that supports healing and nurturing, and or social justice.
$1,200 *
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