“In my work I don't create a concept
before I begin to make the work. I don't plan what I do. I always try to let it
happen naturally and let the work develop through the process of trying
different types of materials to see what works and what doesn't. Then I go from
there and my work just seems to grow and change and I intuitively happen upon
what works well.” This process led to
the idea of manipulating the materials. Marsland decided that she wanted to take
hair and use it to unnerve the viewer and make pieces that were interactive in
a way that made people feel uncomfortable.“As far as inspiration goes I quite like
artist that have very textured work, such as Meret Oppenheim’s ‘The Furry Cup’. I
also feel inspired by themes and art that is, for lack of a better word, weird
and grotesque, by using everyday objects and materials in a way that is not
considered to be the norm. I’ve also found that my work often works best away
from the wall, so the development of more sculpturally-based work has helped to
achieve a relationship between the media and ideas that I work with.”
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