Heatwave

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Artist: Laura Elmore

Title: Heatwave

Attribution: Heatwave, Laura Elmore,2025

Year: 2026

Materials: Machine lace,cotton, silk applique

Dimensions: 8"x10

Image Statement: After a long unproductive period, brought on by feelings of hopelessness about "current affairs", I decided to commit to making three images for SDAs art exchange. I had recently heard that making an effort to be happy in the face of "current events" was the greatest act of resistance one could make. I realized my position of privilege afforded many opportunities to experience happiness and to express it.