Constance Slaughter's 'Running Out of Thread' at FiveMyles Explores Childhood's Dark Side

Constance Slaughter's exhibition 'Running Out of Thread' at FiveMyles in Brooklyn presents puppet-like sculptures crafted from translucent printer's scrim stiffened with resin, each measuring three or four feet high. These figures, suspended from the ceiling and attached to walls, evoke a collective pathos while delving into what the artist describes as 'the dark side of childhood, its unresolved dreams and fears.' Slaughter, born in France with significant time spent in London before moving to New York, characterizes her artistic process as 'slow and exploratory, like extremely serious child-play,' focusing on the unsaid and potential outcomes. The show runs from July 1 to July 11 at 558 St Johns Place, between Classon and Franklin avenues in Brooklyn, with a closing performance on July 11 choreographed by Felix Aarts and performed by Sarah Rodak. Slaughter's work suggests that individuals remain unformed by early experiences, yet open to grace, emphasizing troubling intimacy through her sculptures. The exhibition is accessible via phone at 718–783–4438, highlighting her exploration of childhood's lingering influences.