LIE
LIE October, 2025 Reclaimed, recycled, and new fabrics; cotton, cotton/polyester blends; unbleached cotton batting, and polyester threads. 60" x 67" The dictionary definition of "lie" is to tell an intentional untruth; to assert something that is not true. Because lying is an attempt to conceal or obscure the truth, these two concepts are like two sides of the same coin: knowing the truth and attempting to hide or erase it. If the truth is hard to face (it may be embarrassing, hurtful, or painful to hear), is it easier for some to believe in a beautiful lie? Does some small part of the original truth still remain? What happens when the truth is no longer recognized behind an overwhelmingly large lie? Read on to learn about the process for making this one, great big lie! I started this project in October 2023 with a finished sketch, but the idea had been kicking around in my head for much longer. Specifically, the idea that a newly elected president said he had the l...
