Heidi Van Wieren's Badlands and Constructed Drawings at Margaret Thatcher Projects

From June 18 to July 25, 2009, Margaret Thatcher Projects hosted an exhibition by Heidi Van Wieren, showcasing two series inspired by celestial and architectural motifs. The "Badlands" collection delves into the skies of South Dakota, employing Elmer's glue, pigments, and ink droplets to craft layered visuals that mimic stars and nebulae. Notable pieces include Badlands 00101 (2009) and Badlands (Sunset) 00102 (2009), which highlight her technique of dispersing droplets in diverse sizes and hues. Additionally, the exhibition featured "Constructed Drawings," like Constructed Drawing 00401 (2009), which presents geometric designs against a yellow backdrop. Van Wieren's meticulous method invites interpretations of her work as both celestial vistas and abstract forms, showcasing a variety of colors and structures.