THE REAL KATE TESTA
Using mixed media and repetitive forms of translation, my work explores themes of the metaphysical and the occult while investigating how the art making process can transcend into a spiritual practice. Using wood, fibers, glass, paper and found object I create sculptural collages, ritual objects and installations that express these ideas. Using tedious and time-consuming methods, I focus my energies onto objects while I am creating them to activate and impart ritual significance. Taking influence from the absurdity of religion, I challenge the viewer to question my beliefs in these object’s power, hoping to exist in a grey space between fantasy and reality. My intuition is usually right, I like to say I’m psychic and then tell people I’m only half kidding. I’m not kidding.
Kate Testa