Debra Disman

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Exhibitions

Chasing Ghosts V: The Show. The Book.

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Verum Ultimum Gallery in Portland, Oregon, helmed by the unstoppable Jennifer Gillia Cutshall presented Chasing Ghosts V: Piercing the Veil through Remembrance, Legacy, & Beyond.in the Fall of 2020.

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The Exhibition Book….

Gratitudes!

PieceWork: Threads of 2020

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2020 has been a tremendous challenge for everyone.

I am honored to have been able to participate in a number of events, lists and and initiatives, designed to help us all, keep going.

Thank you for the opportunities.

Living through a Pandemic: Artists Experiment, Inspire and Persevere


My studio at 18th Street Arts Center in Santa Monica, CA. 2020

Textile Artists Today

“This article isn’t about making any new revelations in the world of art involving textiles. It is about sharing the work of contemporary artists who may not be known.” —Kristine Schomaker/Art and Cake


https://textileartsla.org/textile-month-2020-calendar/2020/7/10/material-identity

We have made it this far.

What does 2021 have in store?

A Material Identity

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“Material Identity” was an exciting show presented by the Loveland Center for Contemporary Art, Loveland, CO

I was honored to exhibit two works in the show.

The show asks the question:

“How does materiality represent who we are? Does the material you use dictate who you are as a maker? How does medium speak to who you are as an individual?”

In the exhibition Material Identity, 27 artists and makers from 3 countries and 16 states explore the substance of material, paying special attention to their place in the world, either from a focus inward, or how they identify in society at large. This international exhibition was juried by Jiseon Lee Isbara, Otis College of Art and Design, and Jessica Kooiman Parker, Boulder Dairy Art Center.

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Listen to participating artists talk with Executive Director Sarah LaBarre and Curator Jessica Kooiman Parker

The Book As Art v. 8: INFINITY…A Closer Look

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The BOOK AS ART v.8: INFINITY was a fantastic exhibition and experience to be involved in.

Kudos to all who put these events together, and brought us together as artists working in the form of the Book.

Bravo, and enjoy….

August 28 through October 17 | virtual tour only
The Periodicals Gallery of the Decatur Library
215 Sycamore St., Decatur, Ga. 30030

The Book As Art v.8: Infinity, installed at the Decatur Branch of the DeKalb County Public Library, provided virtual tours, artist talks, and more throughout its run. Check out the catalog.

This exhibition is brought to you by Decatur Arts Alliance, Georgia Center for the Book, the DeKalb Co. Public Library, DeKalb Library Foundation and Keep it Indie-catur.

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 Artist’s Talk

ARTISTS’ SHOWCASE AND DISCUSSION

Chasing Ghosts V: Piercing the Veil through Remembrance, Legacy & Beyond…

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Chasing Ghosts V: Piercing the Veil through Remembrance, Legacy & Beyond…

At Verum Ultimum Gallery in Portland.

Juried and curated by Jennifer Gullia Cutshall

“This show emphasizes the idea of revealing the unseen or the soul in a work of art. The term ghost may be interpreted in many ways, not necessarily meant to be a literal elucidation. This year’s interpretation might be loaded with the added turmoil of current social, health, environmental, and political climate.  The exhibition asks artists: “Does your process manifest an identity within your work that somehow speaks to the past? Do you express your deepest fears or concerns through your work? Do current political, health, and environmental concerns follow you into the studio and shadow or define your work? What ghosts or parts of the past leave their mark on your work? Is a legacy revealed through your work or your process? Is memory a vital vehicle of expression for you? Do you inadvertently honor something from your past or concern for the future through your work? ” — Jennifer Gillia Cutshall

Verum Ultimum never seeks to drive the work, the only hope to unveil unique visions.

Verum Ultimum Gallery has engaged audiences of artists and collectors since its founding in Northeast Portland in 2013.

The brainchild of artist Jennifer Gillia Cutshall, Verum Ultimum (meaning the ultimate truth) showcases work that demonstrates the deepest connection to the creative process.

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I am showing “Throes of the Body“

The Book As Art v 8: Infinity Artist Showcase

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What an honor to participate in this artist showcase for the exhibition: The Book as Art v.8: Infinity.

It was thrilling to be in conversation with Joe Davich, Executive Director of the Georgia Center for the Book, supported by Ally Wright, Ph.D., Program Assistant,  in concert with fellow artists Julie Fordham, Nicole Polonsky (all the way from London), Chris Revelle and Christian Feneck. 

Watch and listen here: