Several pieces displayed in this exhibition were created
using a material called honeycomb ceramics. Over twenty-five
years ago Corning developed this advanced ceramic substrate
to be used in almost every catalytic converter found in
use today. Gregory Roberts shares with us that, “This
product, developed in part by Alfred University for Corning,
Inc., is designed to filter carbon monoxide and a variety
of particles from the air in cars and smokestacks, and
is used in the biological sciences where catalytic conversion
is required. Both the filter and the pollen grains are
things we come in contact with everyday, but are hidden
to the naked eye...the choice of the honeycomb ceramic
ironically turns the filter into the objects that are
filtered.” Organic values and mediums are at the core
of Roberts’ vision and work. The broad spectrum of their
use, from the high-tech honeycomb ceramic sculptures to
the earthy, crafted pieces in Wall Pollen create both
a commonality and interesting juxtaposition.
~~ Sabrina
Kampf |
