Mackenzie Benato, A friend with a particular focus on

with a particular focus on ceramics

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we can see hints of traditional Japanese artistic practices

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Mackenzie Benato, A friend with a particular focus onArtist: Mackenzie Mario Benato Title: A friend Year: 2024 Materials: Gouache and acrylic on paper Size: 300mm wide x 215mm high Stones taken from a rubble bin, over 2 years. Flat faces made by bridge saw. Sprays water, catches sand, makes mud. Protects lungs. (sandstone) (dust) (silica) Carved into stamps. (hammer) (chisel) As motifs. They feel good in the hand, heavy, rough. Your fingers find veins and grooves your eyes cant. The stone absorbs,