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...read for a class. They popped up in colonial times as a way for women to protect themselves from Indians and other things,” he says. Although the project is in the early stages of conception, it reflects the usual process involved in the creation of Camacho??s works. “I often find little things that vaguely interest me and see where that takes me.” “I do not want to be confined to a particular style yet. I am still exploring...
While art relating to such personal topics has the potential to come off as self-indulgent and hackneyed, Camacho??s is neither. Much of the poignancy in her work stems from its originality...
...crocheted herself into a large red cocoon over eleven straight hours, without food, drink, or even a bathroom break. The entire performance was videotaped, and will be played in real-time during the showing of “Unplaced,” the VES senior thesis exhibition, which includes Camacho??s sculpture, video, performance, sound, photography, and installation works for her thesis...
However, those who want to see all of Camacho??s art, including the cocoon video, would be well-advised to attend the exhibition soon after it opens on May 5. Her final Harvard project involves storing all her work in large cardboard boxes, piece by piece, while it is all still on display. Every night or two, she will remove something from the exhibit, place it in a box, and seal it closed, until all that remains visible are the labeled boxes. The end result is a final exploration of the theme of isolation that is so prevalent...
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