Patricia Anderson-Turner Medical

Artist Statement

My art addresses issues of social, cultural, and political gravity. Utilizing familiar imagery, I present my views on momentous historical and cultural events. When creating commentary art, I call myself” a Visual Essayist”.
My process is unique to the piece, from hand-dyed paper, silks, and dimensional complements to unusual wall presentations and floor installations. The art of stitchery both unites my process and underscores the art form's feminine historical significance.
Disrupting complacency, encouraging dialogue, and provoking the viewer to examine issues that affect us all, this act of creating helps me release my frustration with the thorny, complex ailments of our age. When creating art that challenges the viewer, I call myself an “Art Activist”.