Night Moves

“Endangered: Giant Leopard Moth” by Rebecca Carlton.

Door County artists Rebecca Carlton and Tony Staroska announce the opening reception of “Night Moves/New Work” at Juddville Clay Studio Gallery on Aug. 27, 7 – 9 pm.

Carlton’s “Night Moves” is composed of six large, black clay tablets painted and incised in white with drawings of individual endangered moths living throughout numerous continents. Each exquisitely carved moth is reminiscent of detailed scientific illustrations. The exhibit’s opening piece displays an empty Riker insect case, void of moths under their pins. Carlton seems to be posing the questions, what has happened, to these mostly unnoticed endangered night creatures? What is our responsibility, if any, to their protection?

In contrast to Carlton’s philosophically charged black and white pieces are Staroska’s beautifully thrown and hand built forms. His “New Work” ranges from small, intimate hand nestled bird forms to large organic, biomorphic sculptures. Staroska specializes in unusual firing techniques, which create vibrant and exciting clay surfaces. These include raku, saggar and salt processes.

In addition to viewing the new work, Carlton and Staroska invite visitors to create their own ”Night Moves” using sparklers. The later reception time is to allow for better viewing of the interactive light dances. Ice cream sundaes will be served.

Juddville Clay Studio Gallery is located at 8496 Highway 42 in Juddville, in the blue schoolhouse across the street from Emerson Chiropractic. The gallery is open 10 am – 5 pm daily. For more information call 920.868.2021.