Nicole Dest
BFA 2020
Maggi, 2019. copper / Entangled, 2020. brass.
Artist Statement
Being an extremely, extreme human being, arguably, borderline insane; I crave thrills. I like to feel.
I like to make art that makes people feel. Not particularly too concerned with what you feel, as opposed to the sensation of experience. Nothing is more frightening than void of emotion.
The ability to feel emotion is one of life’s best treats. Sometimes treats spoil, they can go sour, they can make you sick, they can make you happy.
However, when its surfaces, you will always be excited for a treat.
GEATS, 2019. Copper.
Claws of Life, 2020. CAD, silver.
BRIEF ENTANGLEMENT, 2020. CAD, brass.
CROCTEMPO, 2020. Reconstructed sneakers, fur, PLA.
Bio
Nicole Dest is a practicing artist based in Laurel, Maryland. She received her Associates’ Degree in general studies before taking a year to conduct a personal study of the Wynwood art district. Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in computer aided design from Towson University; Nicole specializes in CAD and 3D sculpture and continues to push conceptualized controlled chaos idealisms through her work. Her works consist of various materials from textiles to wood to plastics to metals utilizing multiple processes from 3D printing to welding. Her interdisciplinary practices in her works appeal to an urban aesthetic often dramatizing reiterations of personal experiences.
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