I Am Inspired

By Divine

IntellIgence

As an interdisciplinary artist, I am constantly engaged in the work of the thread; a single thread that has the power to divide and connect.  The elements of my work embody the alchemy of the flesh. The skin, the vessel and the vulnerability of how it's shared, permeates throughout my expressionism. I use intuition to guide my creations from the spark of a concept using Shibari, knowledge of knots, basic embroidery, sewing, and painting.  

My work explores both personal and social issues.  It embodies intimacy and how I view the physical exploration of others. How often women's bodies are aimed to be controlled and guided through shame in this culture and how women connect to themselves and intimacy in spite of that and /or through it. I will continue to evolve as an artist by exploring how we connect through our perspectives. To celebrate the skin we're in, to express the invincibility in vulnerability, to visually explore how others utilize space to connect, are all valuable ideas that root how I create. I learn through the application of my intuition and how to remain flexible to connect the spark of my ideas with a tangible vision. How I'm able to create and deepen the understanding of ourselves through the reflection of interconnectedness is an ongoing journey I look forward to being joined on.


BIOGRAPHY~

A BRIEF CREATIVE CHRONICLE:

Sarle’s integrative expressionism works across mixed-media photography works, fiber installations, and flesh in ropes. Through a hybrid of mediums, her practice is dedicated to celebrating one's intimacy with self while acknowledging the process of transcending adversity. While stationed in Japan, Sarle’, a Marine Corp Veteran, was inspired by Kintsugi & Kinbaku-bi to influence how she communicates Her beliefs to express art. Today, she expands upon an expressive body of work that highlights the light within her subjects, while dancing around with shadows.  

A native from Long Island, Sarle’ is also an author and orator, with her book release in 2024; “For All The Moments After” accompanying her debut art exhibition.  Jeffries has exhibited at Art Basel, Miami with The Fearless Artist, Harlem Fine Arts Show, The African Museum of Long Island, as well as featured on BET for “The Womb Room” installation with TFA.