Janine Antoni

Janine Antoni's approach to art, is one deeply involved in it's process and relationship to life. Janine's piece, in which she bundles and twists bits of fabric and other beloved items, seems to be tied to an ancient form of tribal art and expression; it is not an oil painting or sculpture that would commonly be found in a gallery, but is a convolute of traditions, memories and mementos. In works such as "Ereka", or the painting done by using her own hair, Janine expresses her desire to involve her body in her pieces. By doing so, she does not merely create, but performs as well. Also notable, is the way in which Janine explains her journey of life, in the photograph "Horizon" and how she presents that journey as an image. Just as one must deal with the trials of each day they encounter, Janine trains her sense of balance to react to the sway of a tight rope in a delicate and measured manner; this piece becomes so personal, as to visually deal with her struggles and triumphs as a human being, in a very public form. While I do not personally identify with Janine's style, or way of expression, it is undeniable that she communicates her goals and intentions in a way that is profound and unignorable.