Kina Crow

My interest in human behavior, and a desire to keep a watchful eye on my own wandering mind is both the inspiration for my work itself and the pursuit of an artistic life. My work explores the strange and and often funny territory of the mind, with my 5 year old self as the navigator and asks the viewer to come out and play. These works are untraditional portraits. Not of people, but of thoughts and the states of mind that create the wonderful part of being human that feels like magic. My most curious self tends to seek out the places that most often scare and confuse me because I have learned over the years that an idea or inspiration always holds some clue that is slowly leading me towards the clarity I so desperately seek. I can’t explain why this is, only that it delights and reassures me. It’s as if there is a part of me that knows everything there is to know, but keeps it hidden for my own amusement. When I lose myself in the constant effort to stretch my capabilities in the craft that bring these funny little people to life, I collect another bread crumb. Another piece of the puzzle for my scavenger hunt. Life seem a little less daunting and leaves me feeling stronger, wiser, and more capable. At least until I find myself bored again and eager for a new lesson.