Voyage by Janis Woode “Voyage is a comment on the artistic journey. We may start out as weavers and end up in the metal shop. The metal sculptor may dream of the day they pick up a paint brush. Personally, I feel that the path will present itself when we are ready to take it. It’s all out there just waiting to be explored in good time.” – Janis Woode
Threads by Janis Woode “As an artist, when creating a piece my goal is always to give a little more or do a little better than the piece before. I feel that when we create something meaningful we give a piece of ourselves. In this particular work, I have taken this idea quite literally. The character pulls actual pieces or threads from itself. Offerings sent out into the world in hopes of establishing some sort of connection. And if you think that’s heavy, just try picking it up. Threads weighs in at 23.5 lbs!” – Janis Woode
Hindsight is 2020 by Janis Woode “In looking back on the year 2020, one thing comes to mind, aren’t we all so glad to put it behind us. All of the inconveniences, rules and regulations. A year of face masks, hand sanitizer, social distancing and self isolation. Oh and of course, complaining. But like any bad vacation, I have a feeling when we reminisce about the terrible year Covid hit, there will be stories of how crazy it was in the beginning and how we managed to navigate an unprecedented time in history. There will be stories of losing loved ones and that will be hard. I know we aren’t out...
Roundabout by Janis Woode “During the making of Roundabout, I was contemplating the supportive human relationship. It seems to me that friends, family and loved ones in general do their best to support each other in times of need. At least I like to think so. Sometimes the road is bumpy, and we wonder if we are even going in the right direction. Having a friend along for the ride is sometimes all that is required. I have heard it said that it is not the destination but the journey that is important. Time for a road trip!” – Janis Woode
Lead by Janis Woode “So you’re at a party and you want desperately to leave but the person you’re with doesn’t. You have this fantastic idea that the whole world should hear about but you just can’t seem to get it off the ground. At times it seems like the resistance just won’t give and true enough sometimes it won’t. So do we call that cab and leave them at the party? Do we change gears and come up with a better idea to share with the world? Or do we continue on our journey in hopes of success, acquiring patience and understanding along the way. Questions worth asking.” –...
Chance by Janis Woode What are the chances? I have often caught myself pondering this idea. Wondering if it weren’t for certain events, interactions or just plain timing, where would we be right now? Who would the people be that surround us? It is said that everything happens for a reason but what if it’s really just left up to chance? Three a.m. rolls around and in the quiet of the night I ponder these things. – Janis Woode
The Novel by Janis Woode The Novel pays tribute to the writer of yesteryear when words were pulled from old sticky keys of vintage typewriters. When taking apart these old wonders of technology, clues left behind reveal characteristics of previous operators. Perhaps sunflower seeds were a favourite snack consumed. Perhaps bobby pins fell when hair was pulled trying to find the perfect phrase. Tobacco and sticky suggestions of scotch or some other favourite cocktail appear like a careless time capsule. Always, always, traces of eraser and white out can be found, telling us that the perfect phrase...
As You Go by Janis Woode It has occurred to me that I do like to make plans. Whether it be for my next sculpture, a weekend getaway or something on a larger scale. This is a piece that comments on the idea that sometimes life is a bit of a mystery that can only be lived one day at a time. As you go. – Janis Woode
Spell Checker by Janis Woode It always happens when in a hurry. The spell check kicks in and the next thing you know the nonsensical appears. Try and correct it and it happens again. I have in moments of frustration thought there must be a little trouble maker inhabiting our devices that derives great joy out of sending our conversations sideways. I call him the spell checker. – Janis Woode
Fault Line by Janis Woode Are we vulnerable living on a fault line? I suppose so. Having lived on the west coast my entire life the thought of the big one pops in and out of mind from time to time. We can prepare as best we can and hope for the best. To choose to live here speaks to the beauty of this place. I wouldn’t live anywhere else. – Janis Woode
