Betty Gerich

Betty Gerich

The human figure is always present in my sculpture, even when the work appears very abstract in form. When I create works out of clay, I’m interested in drawing the viewer around the piece in a swirl of implied motion. In the most recent work, several faces have begun to appear, each with a distinct personality. Textured surfaces make the viewer want to touch these sculptures. After firing in an electric kiln, the work is finished with an acrylic patina which highlights surface textures and enhances the form adding color to the completed piece.

What makes you different from anybody else? For me, it is written all over your face. My study of faces has resulted in a series of paintings that can be referred to as portraits. In these works, I study identity focusing on not only individual likeness, but also mood and feeling. Caught in informal moments my subjects are thoughtful, intense, and sometimes joyful. They may interact, sharing unscripted moments with each other. For further information about Betty, check out her website: www.bettygerich.com