Technology
From 2007 until 2015, my art practice was focused on the unintended consequence of technology and the permanent alteration that it has on the human landscape. In a world of virtual reality with e-mail, zoom calls, and Internet shopping, we are confronted with the decline in face-to-face communication and the erosion of community.
I utilized permanent materials such as steel, stone, and bronze to create monumental sculptures, in a body of work titled "The Art of Invention".
As part of that effort in 2010, I created the sculpture "Housecall", a buffalo leather doctors bag from the 1800s cast in bronze.
Housecall
Bronze, Patina, nickel plating, 13H x 21H x 14D in., 110 lbs. Limestone base, 32H x 27H x 20D in., 1600 lbs.
In 2020, the pandemic upended life globally and underscored the importance of health care for all. "Housecall" is a timely testament to the important role our healthcare providers play and a reminder that virtual interactions with Zoom and telemedicine can only go so far.
"The Art of Invention" body of work is shown below and further reference may be seen at www.danielahenderson.com
Princess
Pink Iranian onyx, metallic flake paint, nickel-plated bronze, Lucite, sandblasted aluminum, powder-coated aluminum, 18H x 36W x 17D in., 700 lbs. Stainless steel base, 16H x 65W x 35D in., 400 lbs.
Talkshow
Chinese black granite, nickel-plated brass, enamel paint. 53H x 51W x 60D in., 12,000 lbs. Limestone base.
Marconi
French Rouge du Roi marble, cast glass, bronze, brass, silkscreen, 36H x 56W x 30.5D in. 5000 lbs.
Sculptura
White Carrara marble, stainless steel, 69H x 78W x 38D in., 9000 lbs. Black granite base (not pictured), 12H x 47W x 37D in., 2100 lbs. On permanent exhibit at NJIT, Newark NJ