James Melville Corey
Artist Statement
4 February, 2025

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I've made 1600 masks since March 2019! Please look through the gallery. Welcome to a universe.

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As an artist, I believe that each of us is a universe in ourselves, each of us a cosmos of thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My work explores the concept of masks, which are the personas we present to the world. These masks are not just facades; they are a reflection of our inner selves, our desires, and our fears. They are how we choose to interact with the world around us. 

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However, behind these masks lie our shadows, the parts of ourselves that we hide from others and sometimes even from ourselves. These shadows are the aspects of our personality that we may find difficult to accept or understand. In my art, I strive to lift these shadows into the light, to witness them and embrace them. This process of bringing the hidden parts of ourselves into the open is a journey towards wholeness and self-acceptance.

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We are all universes coexisting, each with our own unique masks and shadows, creative outlets, and experiences.

 

​​​Through my art, I hope to inspire others to explore their own masks and shadows to find the courage to lift their shadows into the light and to embrace their true selves.

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Love,​​​

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Jim

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