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A SURVIVOR SONG INSPIRED BY THE WORKS OF TONI MORRISON & OCTAVIA BUTLER

Writings and textiles by Kelly Ann Graff @eat.more.beans
Art by Alexis Jones @_agene
40 x 60”, 6 leaf book with custom stand
Materials: Linen, twine, felt, shotgun shells, hand woven wings, waxed thread, muslin, tyvek, webbing, bamboo and foam

Kelly Ann Graff is a writer, fiber artist, and educator. Her work has been featured in group shows in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee. She holds a Master’s of Education from Vanderbilt University. Her writing has been published in Bible Belt Queers, Wussy Magazine, and The Salt Weekly.

Alexis Jones is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Tennessee. Shifting towards 3D work during the pandemic, Jones utilizes laser cutting and various painting techniques to transform salvage wood and plexiglass.