dynamic spirits,

trapped in static spaces, 

architectural containers,

defining, 

confining, 

walls we construct,

to protect,

often indoctrinate,

or imprison,

separate us,

from others

and those spaces, 

between

I’ve been interested in architecture since my art history classes at Bridgewater College with professor Paul Kline, where we studied the ancient structures in Egypt and Italy along with many others.  And that interest continues today, with how we build and shape the spaces around us and as well as those we inhabit.  

My father, Orville Gardner, spent the last 20 years of his career working for the US Department of Housing and Urban Development or (HUD).  He also fought against red lining and housing discrimination in the late 60s and 70s.  He was based at HUD’s regional office in Indianapolis and traveled extensively, conducting housing counseling workshops around the country.  He knew that affordable housing was essential to a good society.  And that homeownership breeds responsibility, ensures stability and serves as a lifelong investment to help families across generations.

For the past few years I become very worried, like many so others with the lack of affordable housing.  I’ve been a tenant, a homeowner, a landlord and currently I’m a tenant again.   As a creative I have chosen work that often does no tinclude a high income. But I still hope to own a small place of my own.

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Artwork is signed by the artist in a limited edition of 2.