Unveiling the Layers of Creativity: 'Kulli' - A Convergence of Indigenous Art and Modern Dexterity
Have you ever had a story's words seep into the recesses of your psyche, resonating with a luring melody? That's the enchanting power I aim to convey through my works of art, and it's what I've put into Kulli: A Natural Spring of Artwork, Sculpture, Painting, Drawing, Public Art and Inspiration Paperback – by Addison Karl (Author, Editor, Photographer)
This fascinating adventure delves into my artistic universe as a Chickasaw and Choctaw artist, where I tell stories via all sorts of mediums. Tradition and innovation dance mesmerizingly in my art, which ranges from vivid contemporary paintings that illuminate surfaces to stunning sculptures made of glass and bronze.
Aesthetics aside, "Kulli" is an invitation to the recesses of my process and inspiration, where ethereal tales unfurl like whispers in the wind. Identity, the natural world, and the deep profound connections that bind us all.
Book Description:
The essence of creative pursuits is akin to spinning a yarn, spun with such deftness and emotion that it clings to the essence of the individual. The story is immortal because it is not merely a story to be heard; it is a story to be felt and carried on. In addition to making new or different things, art also makes the subject's story ingrained in one's mind to the point that it becomes an everlasting echo, a shared memory, and an integral part of one's own narrative.
"Kulli: A Natural Spring of Artwork, Sculpture, Painting, Drawing, Public Art and Inspiration" delves deeply into the body of work created by artist Addison Karl. A dedicated visual artist hailing from Chickasaw and Choctaw, Arizona, Addison Karl was born in 1982. He followed his passion for art by honing his talents in screen printing. Addison's artistic pursuits encompass a wide range of media, including but not limited to painting, drawing, sculpture, and public art. He started studying sculpture in 2016 with Giorgio Giuman, who taught him how to cast bronze and glass.
The essence of art and narratives remains constant across the ages, but the clothes they wear—their language, structure, and style—change and sparkle with every transmission. Located at the very center of this dynamic narrative fabric. One of storytelling's greatest strengths is the power it has to transport listeners back in time and rekindle forgotten memories. The strength comes from recalling the story and sharing it with others. Telling a story, again and again, is an oath to preserve its essence so that it may thrive from one generation to the next, an everlasting echo of record-keeping, and no one can ever claim credit for its creation.
Addison Karl is a self-taught artist who has explored a wide range of mediums, traveling the world with his creations. His specialty is sculptures made of glass and bronze. From the Americas to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, his paintings, murals, and installations have traversed oceans and continents. The viewer is guided toward enlightenment and connection through investigations into the confluence of interpersonal interactions, environmental elements, cultural practices, historical events, altruism, color perception, and emotional states.
Book Details:
ASIN : B0CSNS7PRZ
Publisher : Independently published (January 17, 2024)
Language : English
Paperback : 218 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8876260154
Reading age : 13 - 18 years
Item Weight : 13.8 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches
