Tamara Wilson

“I create immersive installations out of felt and thread playing with the line of what is considered real. What happens between the layers of the existing infrastructure and how I am able to manipulate it is where the work becomes most interesting. What happens within the line of what is true and what is created? I love things that are what they are, like paper plates made out of paper. What happens between the felt wallpaper, the true light switch, and the paper plate interacting together in the same space is exciting because it shows their absurdity. Integrating real and simulated elements throughout the installation starts to break down the validity of both. 

I have always wanted to visit Estonia, I grew up listening to stories from my god mother of when she was a child there. I would like to work on a project that capitalizes on shared experience, celebrating a distant connection and discovering the differences and similarities between Estonia and my home of Alaska. I am interested in the idea of what is home, is it really anywhere or is it just the idea or memory that is real. With my time in Tartu, I will create a small felt art installation playing with simulated and real objects while exploring my temporary home.”