My artistic practice revolves around depicting the sensations of having a body. My paintings are narratives conveyed in ambiguous, clouded spaces, allowing for psychological exploration. My puppetry and theatrical work build upon these painted spaces, bringing my creations into the tangible world. All of my work is done through intuition and automatic making, with each piece building upon the one before it. Through this interdisciplinary approach, I invite exploration of diverse artistic methods and the various manifestations of storytelling, engaging with themes of identity, emotion, and the human experience.

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Elise Kleinbauer (b. 2003, Boston MA) is based on Brooklyn, NY. She is currently receiving her B.F.A. from Pratt Institute.