Artist Statement
In my practice, I am rooted in the reuse of discarded materials, creating found object fiber sculptures that resonate with sustainability and environmental consciousness. Through my work, I urge a reconsideration of our relationship with the environment. The colors and textures of the materials that I use, draw viewers closer asking people to confront the consequences of our actions and embrace environmental stewardship.
My ongoing series, "Along the Wrack-Line," explores the balance between humans and nature. Collecting debris along the Massachusetts coastline, each piece carries a stark reminder of our impact on the ocean's ecosystem. Cleaned and transformed, they shed light on man-made materials polluting our waters and tangling wildlife.
My art is intended to be a beacon of hope, demonstrating the transformative power of art and advocating for positive change. It's a call to action, inspiring collective responsibility and environmental activism. By infusing discarded fragments with new meaning, I aim to stumulate respect for the environment and its preservation for future generations.
Bio
Rebecca McGee Tuck is a fiber artist, sculptor and a dedicated ocean activist. Her artwork serves as a visual narrative, transforming discarded materials from our throw-away society into environmentally aware works of art. Tuck's collaborative project with UMass Dartmouth, Sculpture Monster: Creature from the Plasticine Era was featured in Fiber Art Now Magazine—receiving a grant for public art in Summer of 2024. Her work has been juried in exhibitions across the Northeast, including the Cape Cod Art Museum, Fitchburg Art Museum, Boston Sculptors Gallery, Viridian Artists Gallery in New York City, and the St. Botolph Club in Boston.
Tuck has held artist residencies at the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and the DNA Residency in Provincetown, MA. Her series, “Along the Wrack Line,” addresses the pressing issue of debris and plastic pollution on New England beaches, highlighting the environmental challenges faced by our coastal regions. Tuck is an MFA Candidate at Clark University.