Statement

I create art to escape the constant bustle that goes on in my head. My thoughts tend to be abstract and in translation, so is my art. I strive to capture a moment in time, to isolate a single thought, and to recreate it visually through the use of wire with the technique of weaving. Since beginning to use wire in my work I have eliminated most color, which allows me to focus more on the relationship wire has with form, structure, and light. Weaving has the right amount of structure as there is always a constant within the process, but also plenty of freedom to bring my visions to life. I am a process driven creator, always pursuing the enjoyment of creating and trust that the end result of a piece will fulfill my vision and will capture that moment. 

Bio

Carl Johnson is an artist living in Washington, DC. In 2021 he received his BFA from the Savannah College of Art and Design. He is a Windgate-Lamar Fellowship recipient and a resident artist at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft. He has also worked at The Peters Valley School for Craft as the fibers studio assistant. He has participated in shows and events such as Art Fields, Ch/Art Art Walk, and the Moving Fiber Show.