Sculptures by Zoephia Laughlin

Of the Earth

From Zoephia: To some degree, I think all of my work is inspired by the devastating forces of capitalism.

 

Number One

In close relationships people are recognizable by their hands alone, but in an unsettling way we are more commonly known for what we are capable of accomplishing. Certain labor is apparent simply by glancing at a worker's hand.

 

Sold

When I was making the first two hands named Sold, I was thinking a lot about ableism. People are shunned and neglected, because in this cruel world we are not seen as worthy of love by simply existing.

 

Yeah

This dehumanization insidiously spreads to us all as we are known to acquaintances by our job titles and our potential handyness to others.  

 

Vulnerable

 

 

About the artist: Zoephia Laughlin is an artist and astrologer. You can see more of her work on her website and Instagram.