Michael E. Smith
In his sculptures and paintings as well as his photographs and videos, Michael E. Smith combines discarded clothing, household appliances, crockery, taxidermied animals, and industrial materials. Although the unusual pairings and associations he creates form a strong, if not violent, act, they are not without humour: “Apocalyptic tragedy and anxiety seem far too harsh and intense not to carry their own necessary catharsis.” (Les Ateliers de Rennes, 2012).
Born in 1977 in Detroit, Michael E. Smith studied at the College for Creative Studies (CCS) in his native city, as well as at Yale University under Jessica Stockholder in the sculpture department. He currently lives and works in Hopkinton, Massachusetts.
Born in 1977 in Detroit, Michael E. Smith studied at the College for Creative Studies (CCS) in his native city, as well as at Yale University under Jessica Stockholder in the sculpture department. He currently lives and works in Hopkinton, Massachusetts.
