May 20, 2014
Post Installation View
'Stacks'
2013
copper pennies
ABOUT 'STACKS' I stacked my penny collection in various heights, precariously composed on the floor of a high-traffic area in Lawrence Hall at the University of Oregon. At first stacks were kicked over by mistake and as more accidents occurred the destruction became playful& intentional.
I value the moment of tension and often, utter embarrassment the first lucky audience member receives as they realize the degree of their destruction made on a student's artwork. Then follows, a glimpse of relief in knowing they are just simply copper pennies. I find this so fascinating.