Meet Noblefish

Noblefish’s art is inspired by the complexity of the natural world. Using found and created objects, she layers and meshes sights, textures, and colors to shape her assemblages. Here’s our interview with her:

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Are there any reoccurring aspects or materials you find yourself using in your assemblages?

“Creosote forms, jackrabbits and other southwestern animals, bees, images of the earth, and images of space often show up in my work. The natural world and its suffering and extreme beauty often preoccupy my mind, as does its strength and survival against great odds, and the utter immensity of the universe.”

What was the inspiration for your piece Two Spirits?

“Two Spirits was inspired by international efforts to save Monarch butterflies. While I was painting it, a dedicated activist named Homero Gomez, was murdered. A few days later, a tour guide at the Monarch preserve in Mexico named Raul Hernandez was also murdered. Local tradition says that each butterfly represents the spirit of an ancestor. This painting is dedicated to these two men and their courageous spirits.”

Is there a specific person or school that influenced you to be an artist?

“I have been doing art since I was a tiny child. At no point in my life did I ever set it aside. My mother painted lovely oil reproductions of her favorite masters. My brother was a fine arts photographer. Both of them modeled really seeing the world, noticing all the small beauties as well as all the grand ones. They also passively taught me that spending time on art is time well spent.”

What is an important memory from your life as an artist?

“The first time a gallery curator approached me and asked to show my painting in a show. I learned how rewarding it is to share my artwork with people.”

If you are interested in more details or purchasing any of Noblefish’s work, please send us an email at gallery@thewalterhive.org!