As I wandered through The Old Cracker building, Terrain’s new headquarters, I found myself drawn to works of non-typical mediums. From interactive videos to unique metal sculptures, Terrain hosts a wide variety of works both from local and distant artists.
The piece which most caught my attention was a large wooden lion’s head. “The Heart” by Sarah Moeser, was a mosaic of individually cut and stained wood pieces. The pieces were arranged in the shape of a lion’s head using different shades of stain to depict different regions of the head. In addition to the unique shapes and shades of each wooden cutout, Moeser used a layering effect to add depth, and catch the viewer’s eye.
I enjoyed this piece most, of all the works at Terrain, because the artist used a very unique style to portray the head of the lion. I have never seen this style used before, and thought it was a very exceptional method to illustrate the inner beauty of such a fierce animal. Needless to say, if I had an additional $600 to spend, “The Heart” would have become the newest installment in my personal collection.
I distinctly remember seeing this piece at Terrain. The different textures, shapes and shades have a way of drawing your attention. I love that lion's face has that heart shape, which not only gives the piece a title but meaning. The irony of the symbol of love planted onto the face of a majestic, powerful animal is beautiful.
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