Elise McMahon
Optimistic Decay
August 13, 2021 – September 12, 2021
Entrance is pleased to present Optimistic Decay, an exhibition of recent sculptures by Elise McMahon.
McMahon’s sculptural and design practice stems from her research conducted with a critical eye on 'apocalyptic' global waste streams. Her sculptures are crafted from organic and repurposed recycled waste material which she imbues with newfound vitality. Ranging in form and purpose, they evolve from her material experimentations that work towards healthy production practices and habits. Optimistic Decay features material design developed with Francesca Capone (T-shirt waste) and Tri Vo (glass waste).
Elise McMahon is an artist and industrial designer who currently lives and works in Hudson, NY.
Apocalypse Mirror, 2021
E-waste, bottle glass, hardware
27 x 21 x 3 in
Apocalypse Mirror, 2021
E-waste, reishi mushrooms, bottle glass, steel, bottle glass
61 x 16 x 16 in
Reishi Planter, 2021
E-waste, reishi mushrooms, car scraps
18 x 12 x 9 in
Apocalypse Fan, 2019
E-waste, fan motor, cowry shells, wood, V9 battery
9 x 7 x 9 in
Lamp (1), 2021
E-waste, bottle glass, hardware
19 x 16 x 16 in
Lamp (2), 2021
Bottle glass, steel, hardware
23 x 8 x 8 in
Lamp (3), 2021
E-waste, bottle glass, hardware
26 x 13 x 13 in
Lamp (4), 2021
Bottle glass, hardware
20 x 7 x 7 in
Lamp (5), 2021
E-waste, bottle glass, hardware
19 x 16 x 16 in
Chair (1), 2021
Discarded novelty t-shirts, steel tubing, wood, upholstery
33 x 20 x 20 in
Chair (2), 2021
Discarded novelty t-shirts, steel tubing, wood, upholstery
33 x 20 x 20 in
Chair (3), 2021
Discarded novelty t-shirts, steel tubing, wood, upholstery
33 x 20 x 20 in
