Jilaine Jones's Sculptural Works Combine Steel and Clay at New York Studio School Exhibition
Between June 5 and July 19, 2008, Jilaine Jones displayed four sculptures at the New York Studio School. The centerpiece of her show, Wonder World (2006), stands out in the entry gallery, measuring almost eight feet in height and twelve feet in length, made from materials like steel rods, concrete, and rock board. Originally from London and now living in Connecticut, Jones studied at Alfred University and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Influenced by sculptor Anthony Caro, she has collaborated with James Wolfe and Tim Scott. Her pieces merge welded steel with clay, showcasing a constructivist approach. Noteworthy works include Portrait of a Solitary Walk (2007) and smaller sculptures like Five Cart Loads (2008). Jones has also taught at the New York Studio School.
Key facts
- Exhibition dates: June 5 to July 19, 2008
- Location: New York Studio School, 8 West 8th Street, New York City
- Artist: Jilaine Jones, born in London in 1959, lives in Connecticut
- Key sculpture: Wonder World (2006), 8 ft tall, 12 ft long, made of steel, concrete, rock board
- Artist's education: New York State College of Ceramics, Alfred, NY; School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Influences: Worked as assistant to James Wolfe and Tim Scott; influenced by Anthony Caro
- Materials: Combines welded steel (constructivist tradition) and clay (organic forms)
- Catalogue essay by Susan Rosenberg discusses 2003-2004 model studies
Entities
Artists
- Jilaine Jones
- James Wolfe
- Anthony Caro
- Tim Scott
- Picasso
- Julio González
- David Smith
- Susan Rosenberg
Institutions
- New York Studio School
- New York State College of Ceramics
- School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- artcritical
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- London
- United Kingdom
- Connecticut
- Alfred
- New York
- Boston