Initially influenced by fashion, design and garment construction processes, I now utilise similar principals to produce my soft sculpture and wearable art pieces. My painted works also contain reference to personal experiences: a fascination with interior decoration, antiques and collectables, a concern for humanity, our environment and the treatment of animals. My work often translate into pieces comprising a blend of portraits, intimate living spaces, my own curio treasures and animal forms. Often layered with meaning, through to pieces designed to play on emotions; works that toy with childhood memories and growing up, spending time at the beach, on farms, disjointed family connections, empathy for the lost, a love of animals as well as the fun times amongst friends, family and other loved ones..(my pets)
2019 Fashion Tech Week NY 2017 RunnerUp Wearable Technology Award- World of WearableArt 2013Honorable Mention, World of WearableArt 2012 Gen-I Creative Excellence Award, World of WearableArt
My new Erica Gray Artist App made in collaboration with Zoran Architecture provides the user with a glimpse into my art career; past, present and future. It also provides a set of useful tools for artists to cost there works for sale within galleries, as well as a portal to provide occasional updates on imminent works and exhibitions. Ohh... and there are a couple of AR experiences/games to play as well : ) Download free for ipad and iphone #ericagrayartist App + Touring exhibitionlife.e.quatic