"Like most little girls, I
was obsessed with unicorns, griffins and werewolves. I was also very interested
in biology and natural science, and I would conduct little adventures to try
and find these kinds of creatures to study. While I usually came up short, I
was always sure I found traces of them. Trying to explain to an adult that I
was sure the scratch marks on a tree next door were done by a manticore during
mating season, never really translated well besides being the adorable
ramblings of an over imaginable child. I began trying to give adults what they
needed to take me seriously, and started making diagrams, drawings or even
finding bones. I realized very early on that many adults WANTED to believe me
and would ask me more questions about my studies once I had "proof".
I enjoy being able to justify something you only thought existed in your
imagination or nightmares could be real, even if it is only for a second."
This exhibit will expose the inner worlds of Vex
Kelpie, the little girl who found no reason to grow up. Sculptures of mythical
creatures and hidden beasts will pepper Trundle Manor’s shelves peering at you
from their fantastical dimensions. Remember the days where you weren’t quite
sure what was hiding in the dark and explore the expertly sculpted ethereal
representations by Vex during her official opening and throughout the month of
April.