Fire and Fiber Exhibition at Todd Merrill Studio Sparks the Case for Sustainable Art
By Phebe WahlBy Phebe Wahl|August 29, 2023|Culture, Culture Feature,
This season’s exhibition, Fire and Fiber, ignites the case for more sustainable art at Todd Merrill Studio.
Artistic expression and environmental consciousness meet in Southampton this summer as Todd Merrill Studio presents its ninth annual exhibition of contemporary art. Titled Fire and Fiber, the showcase celebrates innovative artists who employ sustainable practices and materials in their creative process. Ceramics and fiber art take center stage in the gallery, juxtaposing ancient and modern mediums. This ethos of creativity meeting environmentalism is embodied throughout the exhibition in works by artists like Erik Speer, Gerri Spilka, Annie Legault, Vadim Kibardin, and the duo of Joseph Cleghorn and Connor Moxam. By spotlighting these visionary talents, Fire and Fiber makes a persuasive case for art’s power to drive positive ecological change. 11 S. Main St., Southampton, toddmerrillstudio.com