FORCED IDENTIFICATION :: Our identity of “self” is imposed upon us by social and political definitions. Information about the self, that is uncontrollable from birth, remains and defines us throughout an entire lifetime. The transparent layers reveal a collage of images, letters and numbers which supply proof of a three-dimensional being. An existence which is composed of type, texture, photographs and symbols.
Based on a specific exploration of collage in cubism theory, and various other cultural theory considerations, the artist C. L. Scott attempts to create a reconstruction of self-identity, recognizing that self-identity is socially and politically charged at onset of origin. As the lack of frame suggests, this journey of self-discovery is limitless.
Mixed media :: 12" x 2" x 20" :: 1/4" plexiglass layered 4 deep :: to produce the three dimensional effect, transparent B+W film is sandwiched between each layer of plexi, and placed on a red feather backing.
