Amanda Langer
Amanda Langer, artist working with steel and fiber and thematically engaged with conflict and harmony, especially between development and nature.
MessageAmanda Langer studied both Sculpture and Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point and earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2017. She spent the years following working in ecological restoration and has served as the president of Wild Ones Madison and currently serves as the president of Sustain Jefferson. Her artwork is informed by her experiences in this field, especially in terms of conflict between industry and development and the natural world. She resides on her family farm outside of Jefferson, WI and loves spending time with her large family, fishing with her partner, and starting every morning with a hot cup of tea.
Statement
Amanda Langer’s work explores the contrasting and conflicting natures of metal and fiber in a way that complements them both and invites each to alter its nature to their mutual benefit.
Amanda employs a variety of metal and fiber techniques in her work; arc welding to construct and shape the metal; oxy-acetylene torch work to make holes and apply texture; angle grinder, wire brushes, and various abrasives to polish and texturize the metal, and rusting using an assortment of common chemicals. She knits and crochets the yarn or thread by hand and attaches it to the metal after completion. Sometimes she knits or crochets directly onto the metal surface.
The contrast between these materials reflects the conflicts and tensions of which there are many examples of in our world: between individuals, groups, countries, cultures, and between our human society and the environment we depend on. These materials and the innumerable ways they can integrate demonstrate conflict, tension, and the infinite potential to cooperate and exist together harmoniously.
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