Mary Hockenbery, an artist known for her unique blend of mixed-media photography, sewing, and quilting, will return to the Red Barn Studio Museum for her fifth residency from May 1st to 5th.
Inspired by vibrant color, daydreams, texture, and her past experiences creating glitter shrines from discarded materials in New Mexico, Hockenbery aims to continue her transformative artistry by crafting one-of-a-kind art garments during her residency. Utilizing thrifted and donated clothing, she plans to create wearable shrines through appliqué assemblages, incorporating both commercially produced fabrics and her own imagery, along with embellishments from her collection.
The Red Barn Studio Museum visitors can expect to witness Hockenbery’s creative process firsthand. The studio will feature mannequins adorned with pieces in progress, providing a glimpse into her unique techniques and the evolution of her wearable art.
For Hockenbery, this residency marks more than just a creative opportunity; it’s a period of reflection and visioning. Returning to the Red Barn after a five-year absence, she sees it as a chance to contemplate the changes in her life since 2019 and envision the path ahead. With her cameras and mannequins in tow, she plans to reconnect with the prairie landscape, weather permitting, further infusing her work with the essence of the Kansas countryside.
Hockenbery’s residency promises to be a fusion of art, spirituality, and personal growth, offering herself and visitors a space for exploration and inspiration. To learn more about Mary Hockenbery and her artwork, visit her Etsy shop at www.etsy.com/shop/maryhockenbery.