The various facets of lives they lead, the roles they play, and the intrinsic destiny or power that objects can hold, define who they each are and have become.

This exhibit brings together a most unusual combination of fascinating paper sculptures and interactive handmade books, vivid watercolor collages, thought-provoking mixed media, and witty-themed ceramics.

Madison, Wisconsin artist Amy Mietzel uses allusions and wry humor in her pieces, attempting to push the viewer to connect with the artwork.  She captures relationships between common items and their meaning, layered with surprise.

Kerri Cushman, who resides in Farmville, Virginia, incorporates reflective writing and coined phrases into each piece of artwork, providing an intimate glimpse into the routine complexity of daily life.