Posts Tagged ‘Catherine Lawrence’

Carmine Magazine: Water towers, birds and pills. What is it about these objects that inspire you?
Catherine Lawrence: Water towers- Well, this is one is easy- water towers remind me of new york city, a place that I loved on sight. Such strange structures in the most urban place; they’re like strange cake toppers, each one a different shape and size, held up on spindly legs… theres something so appealing about how they are shaped, as well. They also give SUCH a kick ass silhouette when printed in black and white. Reminiscent of rockets! Secret places to swim! Echo-y! Fabulous all around!
Pills- Well this one is about my struggle with anxiety disorder, which I’ve had for many years, but have not had medication for for almost 4 years now. I hid a lot behind the pills on the advice of doctors and so I like to explore how pills eclipsed all problems, and meditate on how the meds would help, potentially, if I didn’t have to feel anything. Ultimately I use the imagery in what I hope is a wry and humourous way, especially with works that have text behind them; under the massive colourful “make-me-feel-good” pill, is the truth, the panic, the fear.
Crows- I just love crows. They’re so intelligent and funny and the silhouette appeals to me as well.

CM: Do you listen to music when you create? What is the perfect creative setting for you to get your work done in?
CL:Sometimes I do, sometimes I don’t. The best place for me to work is in my tiny study at my desk/easel where everything I need is within arms’ reach. Day is best, I work best alone, with a cat interfering. Hey, I like a challenge :P
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