Melissa Joseph's 'Casserole Culture' Opens at Charles Moffett
The solo exhibition 'Casserole Culture' by New York artist Melissa Joseph will be held at Charles Moffett from September 9 to October 17, 2026. This showcase includes needle-felted wool creations that reinterpret family photographs, drawing inspiration from her upbringing in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania. Featured works comprise 'After the Party' (2026) and 'Curry is a Casserole' (2026), alongside sculptures like 'Hearth' (2026) and 'Fork' (2026). Following the passing of her mother in 2024, Joseph has shifted her focus to depicting objects and spaces instead of family members. The exhibition's title alludes to a Midwestern hot dish, and the layered wool pieces evoke memories. Joseph's artistry intertwines her biracial identity, Midwestern heritage, and fiber art traditions.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Casserole Culture' runs September 9 to October 17, 2026 at Charles Moffett in New York.
- Artist Melissa Joseph is based in New York and grew up in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania.
- Joseph's mother died in 2024, influencing her shift to depicting objects and spaces.
- Works include needle-felted wool pieces and sculptures with found objects.
- Notable works: 'After the Party', 'Dad's Hat', 'Hearth', 'Stay in Lane', 'Curry is a Casserole', 'Fork', 'Casserole Country', 'Votives'.
- Joseph's heritage: Irish and Indian (Kerala).
- The exhibition is her forthcoming solo show at Charles Moffett.
- Photos by Mark Waldhauser and Daniel Greer.
Entities
Artists
- Melissa Joseph
Institutions
- Charles Moffett
- Colossal
Locations
- New York
- United States
- Saint Marys
- Pennsylvania
- Kerala
- India