Alissa Alfonso: Echos Of Nature
August 24, 2024—September 28, 2024
Reception:
August 24, 2024, 6—9 pm
914-787-9270 Mobile
101 NW 79 St, Unit A
Miami, FL 33150
amanda@bakerhall.art
@bakerhall.art
Baker—Hall is pleased to announce Alissa Alfonso’s first solo exhibition with the gallery entitled Echos Of Nature. On view August 24, 2024 through September 28, 2024, with an opening reception Saturday, August 24th from 6—9pm.
Alissa Alfonso is a Miami-based textile artist. Through her work, Alfonso prompts viewers to reflect on the abundance, growth, and hidden wisdom found in nature, urging us to reconsider our relationship with the environment.
Her “Nature’s Medicine” series, made from sewn discarded fabric and repurposed found objects, reflects the abundance and waste of modern life. Alfonso meticulously makes her pieces using textile remnants and hand-dying fabrics, skillfully evoking the essence of medicinal plants, fungi, and botanicals. She sources planters for each flower from beach cleanups, repurposing beach balls and other discarded plastic items. Her work is compelling and often dualistic, recognizing the loss of natural elements while celebrating their enduring beauty, prompting viewers to contemplate our relationship with nature for those who choose to observe.
Alfonso’s soft sculpture landscapes come to life through her expert use of upcycled, hand-dyed, and stuffed fabric. Drawing inspiration from the techniques of sculptural relief art, she skillfully manipulates depth, creating a visual narrative that unfolds with every gaze. The horizon, once a vibrant and lush expanse, now bears a poignant touch of melancholy, revealing a delicate vulnerability inherent in the natural world. The fading hues gradually yield to a palette of muted tones, reminiscent of nature’s plea for preservation in the face of human impact. Yet, amidst this evocative portrayal, sprouts of resilience defiantly emerge, symbolic of the unwavering spirit of life and offering a captivating glimmer of hope that persists on the horizon.
About Alissa Alfonso
Alissa Alfonso’s artistic practice revolves around the transformation of the past into a dialogue with the future, exemplifying a profound reverence for the natural world. Embracing diverse roles—artist, mother, collector, designer—Alfonso’s work reflects her multifaceted identity and her commitment to both environmental preservation and community engagement.
Operating from her home studio nestled within a 1937 art deco house in Hollywood, Florida, Alfonso’s creative process is deeply intertwined with her surroundings. Utilizing repurposed, hand-dyed fabrics, she crafts botanical soft sculptures reminiscent of healing plants, inviting viewers to contemplate the intrinsic connection between humanity and nature.
Her current endeavors span a spectrum of mediums and concepts, from large-scale fabric murals to functional lighting inspired by organic forms. While her work poignantly acknowledges the fragility of nature in the face of environmental change, it resounds with a message of hope, encapsulating the enduring beauty and resilience of the natural world.
Alissa Alfonso’s artistic practice weaves together threads of memory, community, and environmental stewardship to create a tapestry that speaks to both the present moment and the possibilities of the future.
