FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE & LISTING: 11/20/24
IAN SWORDY: DIRECT CARVING ON THE GROUNDS AT DUCK CREEK
In collaboration with Entrance Gallery, New York and Moskowitz Bayse Gallery, Los Angeles.
The Arts Center at Duck Creek is delighted to present an outdoor exhibition of recent marble sculptures by artist Ian L.C. Swordy. Set against the scenic grounds of Historic Duck Creek Farm in East Hampton, NY, this exhibition brings Swordy’s monumental and intricate works into dialogue with the rustic charm and natural beauty of Duck Creek’s storied landscape.
Open daily from dawn to dusk through spring 2025, the exhibition will feature 3 monumental sculptures and one pedestal piece, offering a comprehensive view of Swordy’s innovative approach to stone carving.
Ian L.C. Swordy’s artistic practice explores the physical and philosophical dimensions of carving, treating the process as both a form of live performance and a meditation on material transformation. Working primarily with marble, Swordy juxtaposes meticulously polished surfaces with raw textures and incorporates found objects to examine themes of permanence, imperfection, and artistry.
Swordy’s work has been exhibited widely, including recent solo exhibitions at Entrance Gallery in Red Hook, New York (2024), and Moskowitz Bayse in Los Angeles (2020). His work is currently featured in the group exhibition Grace Under Fire at the Shepherd Center in Detroit, Michigan. A graduate of Hunter College (BFA, 2007) and Yale University (MFA, 2009), Swordy is celebrated for his compelling ability to balance technical precision with profound emotional resonance.
Join Us:
Register here for an artist led walk through of the outdoor exhibit on Sunday December 1, at 2pm. On Tuesday, December 3, Ian will host the popular Artist & Writers Dinner at Almond Restaurant in Bridgehampton, at 6:30 pm. (Reserve a seat for the dinner & talk here).
About The Arts Center at Duck Creek:
Situated on Historic Duck Creek Farm in the Springs hamlet of East Hampton, NY, The Arts Center at Duck Creek operates as a New York State 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Since 2018, Duck Creek has been dedicated to showcasing diverse artistic expressions and fostering community engagement. Our programming is always free and open to all, made possible through grants and donations.
Contact & Location:
The Arts Center at Duck Creek, 127 Squaw Road, East Hampton, NY
Press Contact: Jess Frost, duck@duckcreekarts.org. 646-391-5663
For more information, visit www.duckcreekarts.org.