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Sixteen circular mixed‑media panels are clustered on the wall, each depicting a distorted view of a person or body part as if seen through a convex lens. The circles vary in size and touch at their edges, forming curved rows. Painted in vivid colors, faces, eyes, mouths, and figures appear stretched, compressed, or magnified within each circle. White dots, lines, and star‑like marks overlay the images, enhancing the illusion of transparent bubbles. Repeating elements include blue eyes, dark hair, eyeglasses, gridded ceilings, doors, and interior walls. Acrylic and ink on cardboard create strong contrast and surface texture. Together, the circles emphasize optical distortion, repetition, and shifting perspective across the installation.

effervescence

Artwork by Lydia Wickham

Professional Artist

Pickaway County

Acrylic and ink on cardboard

Size: 40" x 30" x .25"

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Artist Statement

My work explores invisible worlds that influence how we perceive reality. Living with chronic, unseen conditions has forced my questioning of what is real. How does perception affect how we feel in our bodies? I’m drawn to transformative moments where fragility and resilience coexist. Vibrant color, light, and reflective materials become metaphors for the fluidity of perception and the often-invisible layers of experience; microscopic, emotional, energetic. My process is influenced by scientific imagery, personal experience with synesthesia, and the belief that these worlds are all in constant conversation. I use materials associated with femininity to invite curiosity, wonder, and deeper reflection. My goal is to challenge fixed perceptions, reveal unseen forces, and empower viewers to trust their inner knowing.

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