The Gift of Neglect

The Gift of Neglect is an interactive sculptural piece.

Comprised of four components: an outer pristine brown wrapping paper, an inner distressed wrapping paper, a weathered and moss covered basket and towel, and an edible sculpture of molded bread and fruit. This interactive work invites the viewers to unwrap the piece as if it were a gift, and to bear witness to the increasing levels of decay.

Subverting expectations, the sculpture is made from primarily cake and fondant – an unappetizing exterior giving way to a delicious interior. The interactive portion continues as viewers are encouraged to take part in eating a piece of the sculpture, thus commenting on the cycle of decomposition as well as the unfortunate results of labors of love abandoned.

The Gift of Neglect I

Cake, fondant, matcha powder, powdered sugar, food coloring, wicker basket with moss, wrapping paper, water color paint, hand towel

2023

The Gift of Neglect I

Cake, fondant, matcha powder, powdered sugar, food coloring, wicker basket with moss, wrapping paper, water color paint, hand towel

2023

The Gift of Neglect II

Cake, fondant, matcha powder, powdered sugar, food coloring, wicker basket with moss, wrapping paper, water color paint, hand towel

2023

The Gift of Neglect II

Cake, fondant, matcha powder, powdered sugar, food coloring, wicker basket with moss, wrapping paper, water color paint, hand towel

2023

The Gift of Neglect II

Cake, fondant, matcha powder, powdered sugar, food coloring, wicker basket with moss, wrapping paper, water color paint, hand towel

2023