The Quiet Rebuild Exhibition

After Zachary’s death, I lost myself. It was only after I got back into my work as an artist, photographer and writer that I came to understand that art possessed the ability to express the inexpressible parts of my sorrow.

 

 

Building my wood sculptures was the beginning and was therapeutic as it allowed my mind to linger in places of pain and grow to understand myself better.

 

 

The artwork that I have made over the last two years is called “The Quiet Rebuild” and is currently on exhibit at Harcourt House Gallery and Artist Run Centre in Edmonton, Alberta Canada. The show runs until November 29, 2013.

 Harcourt House Gallery: 3rd floor, 10215-112 Street, Edmonton, Alberta

 

 

 

“The Quiet Rebuild” features painting, wood sculpture, photography and a curious combination of the three. As a part of my work I have photographed other people who have been through struggles including divorce, illness, assault, and, like me, the death of a child. These portraits capture the strength and resiliency I believe are needed to rebuild one’s life after hardship.

 

 

I call “The Quiet Rebuild” quiet because it is – the process is unglamorous, largely private and often a challenge. Yet, rebuilding is necessary and soulful. Rebuilding chooses hope and life and love. I am still rebuilding my life after Zachary and the one thing that is certain: I will never be the same.

 

 

If you will miss “The Quiet Rebuild” in Edmonton, the exhibit will be available the month of February in Calgary, Alberta, Canada as a part of Exposure Photography Festival. (I will post more details in the new year.)

 

What is your story of rebuild? Comment below or email me. I’d love to hear from you.

 

Also, if you are interested in my portraits of healing, please contact me. info@alexismariechute.com