Leslie Fry (artist)

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Leslie Fry (artist)
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Born (1954-05-01) May 1, 1954 (age 70)
NationalityAmerican
OccupationArtist

Leslie Fry (born May 1, 1954) is an American artist based in Vermont.[1] whose work has addressed basic human needs such as shelter, food, clothing and love within the context of the female or hermaphrodite body.[2] Primarily a sculptor, she also draws, paints, photographs, prints and makes collages with particular attention to how women’s bodies have been controlled and represented throughout history. Attentive throughout her career to issues of feminism and gender, nature and climate, growth and decay. Recent fabric work uses ink wash on tablecloths, handkerchiefs and napkins—domestic objects associated with women. Fry lives and works in Winooski, Vermont and has shown work internationally[3] [4]

Recognition

Leslie Fry was the recipient of the 2023 Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts[5]. [6]

References

  1. William Lipke, “Leslie Fry: Sculpture 1976-2019,” 05401 Magazine, May 2020
  2. Klepeis, Acadia (July 11, 2023). "Leslie Fry, Hands-On". Vermont Arts Council.
  3. Wadler, Joyce (June 15, 2011). "Sowing Enchantment". The New York Times – via NYTimes.com.
  4. McDowell, Susan (June 16, 2015). "Leslie Fry's Sculpture Garden Party". Vermont Arts Council.
  5. Lickteig, Mary Ann. "2023 Governor's Arts Awards Winners Announced". Seven Days.
  6. "Sculptor Leslie Fry named recipient of state's highest arts honor | Vermont Business Magazine". vermontbiz.com.

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