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About the Artist
Craig Wood is an American artist based in
Woodstock, New York and St. Petersburg,
Florida. Born in 1961 in Orlando, Florida,
Wood developed a love for ceramics in
early adulthood.
Wood’s current work invites the viewer to question
common assumptions about life, particularly given the
limitations of one’s personal experience. He is
particularly interested in the ways in which art can
spark imagination and rekindle a sense of child-like
wonder.
Wood’s sculptural work employs vivid, bold colors,
unexpected shapes, and an unusual combination of
ceramic and non-ceramic elements.
His twodimensional work explores the concepts of cultural
and personal identity, and often employs the use of
visual puns and references to art history.
Wood has exhibited his work in galleries and museums
across America, including in Arizona, California,
Florida, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, and
Oregon. His work is included in the collection 500
Tiles: An Inspiring Collection of International Work
published by Lark Books, and he has been the recipient
of the Anne Helioff/Benjamin Hirschberg Award for
best in show at the Woodstock Artists Association and
Museum.
Overall, Wood’s work is characterized by its thoughtful
exploration of human experience and its bold, dynamic
aesthetic. Through his art he continues to contribute
his voice to contemporary art and to the broader
cultural conversation.
