Artist Lenka Clayton opens a new film from Art21 by revealing her unique perspective: “Looking at things that are supposed to behave a certain way and purposefully misunderstanding how they should be used, it’s really important to me,” she says.
Clayton, originally from Cornwall, engages across media with typewriter-crafted animations and installations crafted from found objects. Her work, often inspired by personal experiences such as motherhood and life in Pittsburgh, includes initiatives like an open-source residency for artist mothers.
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In a recent documentary, Clayton showcases vibrant culinary installations. A striking example is a wall display of colorful tongs, meticulously arranged in her studio. This piece complements a poignant project from her early parenting days: documenting each small object she retrieved from her baby’s mouth, crafting a vast photographic grid that highlights the vigilant care essential for safeguarding young life.
Clayton emphasizes the essence of relationships, saying, “There is only connection in life, and my work is just looking at those connections, so that we can create a shared experience.”
Part of Art21’s Human Nature episode, this segment, featuring Clayton alongside Colombian artist Delcy Morelos, is available on Art21’s website. You can also explore more of Clayton’s work on Instagram.
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Source: thisiscolossal.com