Featured image: The Future, Elisa Adams, 2021, Italian alabaster, 7 x 12 x 6 in. / 17.78 x 30.48 x 15.24 cm.
Elisa Adams’s sculptures resonate with a deep understanding of form and material.
Elisa Adams is an artist known for her evocative soapstone sculptures that explore themes of nature, sensuality, and environmental awareness.
Her soapstone creations are both a tribute to the natural world and a commentary on human interaction with it. Adams's work challenges viewers to look beyond the surface and engage with the underlying themes of majesty, sensuality, and environmental consciousness.
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Majestic, Elisa Adams, 2018, soapstone, 11 x 13 x 12 in. / 27.94 x 33.02 x 30.48 cm.
"Majestic" stands as a testament to Adams's skill in translating inspiration from classic art into a three-dimensional form. Inspired by Eugene-Joseph Verboeckhoven's "Highland Monarchs," this soapstone sculpture won the Distinguished Achievement Award in Sculpture for its embodiment of power and serenity. The smooth curves and robust form of the sculpture reflect the grandeur of its muse, drawing a parallel between the regality of the highland rulers and the undomesticated beauty of nature.
Sensuality, Elisa Adams, 2020, Iranian soapstone, 9 x 11 x 4 in. / 22.86 x 27.94 x 10.16 cm.
"Sensuality" is a minimalist sculpture that encourages introspection. Crafted from Iranian soapstone, its subtle contours and warm coloration invite the viewer to explore their own perceptions. Adams adeptly strips down the sculpture to its essence, prompting a contemplative experience that is personal and intimate. The interplay of shadow and form in "Sensuality" is a quiet celebration of the stone's natural beauty, allowing the material to speak for itself.
Luminosity, Elisa Adams, 2021, orange alabaster, 11 x 12 x 9 in. / 27.94 x 30.48 x 22.86 cm.
"Luminosity" is a vibrant orange alabaster sculpture that serves as an ambassador for ocean conservation. The intricate design of the octopus with its swirling tentacles symbolizes intelligence and adaptability. Adams has sculpted not just an animal, but a message: highlighting the brilliance of octopuses and the pressing need to protect our oceans. It’s a call to action, a reminder of the impact of human interference on marine life, and a beacon urging change.
Elisa Adams's sculptures are more than just art; they are conversations in stone. "Majestic," "Sensuality," and "Luminosity" are not only visually captivating but also imbued with messages that speak to our hearts and minds. Through her soapstone sculptures, Adams forges a connection between the observer, the material, and the larger world, leaving a lasting impression of the beauty and plight of our natural environment.
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Zaftig, Elisa Adams, 2018, raspberry alabaster, 14 x 11 x 11 in. / 35.56 x 27.94 x 27.94 cm.
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