Lauren D'Amato

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Statement: I find that my current artistic motivation stems from my desire to learn more about the painters, businesses, and histories of the signs around me. As a second generation sign-painter and pinstriper I am always looking back towards these lineages of painting to further my own ability. Through observation of my surroundings, a coded language of blue collar labor and technical ability presents itself to me. Painting is a chance for me to create new memories that relate these histories to my present moment, and to see that these traditions of handmade modes of production, which have inspired me so greatly, move forward.