| Next: Christine O’Dea |
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Christine O’Dea: "Caputo"Next GalleryNovember 27 - December 13, 2009
 Christine O'Dea at Next - photo by Ken Hamel/DenverArts.org  Christine O'Dea - Fallen Fruit (clay) Artist Statement: This series of ceramic crowns, caps, and hats explores the notion of how we identify ourselves to others, how others identify themselves to us, and who we truly are. Sometimes these are one and the same; and other times illusory. Whether it is our bloodlines, experiences, personas, or ancient archetypes that inform and create who we are, we seem to walk in the world with many gifts, talents, truths, illusions, bruises, breaks, and mistakes. We crown each other and ourselves for our achievements, and condemn in times of failure and disappointment. A queen, a bride, a dunce, and a sailor all have distinct head adornments which identify their state of power and pride. We cast away caps that no longer fit properly. We try on many hats throughout our lives. Sometimes we elevate to wearing a crown that goes beyond our earthly egos or praiseworthy prowess and into something that is simple, true, and timeless. Next Gallery 3759 Navajo St Denver, CO 80211 303.433.4933 Fri: 6:00 - 10:00 PM Sat/Sun: Noon - 5:00 PM http://www.nextgallery.us
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