Elissa Cristall Gallery is continuing gallery operations online for the next short while. We are spotlighting new and emerging artists through our “Artist Spotlight Series” and virtual presentations. Please contact us if you would like to inquire about purchasing an artwork or if you have questions about an artist or artwork on our website.
We are pleased to present our third Artist Spotlight Interview with Victoria-based artist Carrie Walker. I interviewed Carrie this winter where she talks about the beginning of her art career to her latest project “My Dogs Followers”. Read full interview…
Was there a pivotal moment when you decided to follow your passion for art?
Some of my most frustrating times as an artist was when I didn’t have the time or money to pursue my art career. There wasn’t a pivotal moment, it was more a case that abandoning my art was inconceivable.
Can you tell me about the process of making your work?
Most of my projects are a means to understand or learn about something. Not technique but knowledge. I like the idea of the “essay” from the French essayer. To try. Looking at art-making this way prevents me from worrying about successful outcomes. My projects are just tries. Even when I am doubtful of ideas I have for projects (in particular, the Robert Bateman project), I usually have to go ahead anyway because I need to see what happens or to understand something I’ve been wondering about.
