Artist Talk With Chase Lanier

Chase Lanier began producing art to make sense of the physical world around him and his experience of it. He paid close attention to how everything was organized and trained his hand to replicate what he observed. Soon he was assigning personal meaning to shapes and colors while simultaneously using fire to infuse patterns found in nature. Precise delineation and color experimentation came next, leading to the documenting of time and the passing moment.
In his view, the creative process has its similarities to the scientific process. Lanier approaches projects as inquiry and a visually exploration of possibilities. Discoveries in one project find their application in the next, with play being a critical step in the process.
Eric Lachance, SCGA curator and assistant director observes, "Lanier first came to my attention at ArtFields 2024. The durable and robust, carapace-like works belie his unassuming media. Vines, intentionally shaped and dried, are assembled and worked with resins and shellac. Glossy and matt textures in striking colors and patterns invite us closer as a carnivorous plant might. Thread and wire interact, stretching and pulling one another, constantly balancing and offering viewers the chance to shift their perspective."
Admission is always free and light refreshments will be served. Join us from 2 pm to 3-3:30 pm for this fascinating conversation.

You may also like the following events from Sumter County Gallery Of Art:

• This month, 20th September, 10:00 am, Gullah Geechee Rag Quilting with Cookie Washington in Sumter

Also check out other Arts events in Sumter.