Geraldine LiaBraaten

Inspired by poet Jane Hirshfield, Geraldine LiaBraaten’s Visual Poetry explores the intersection of photography and poetry. Like poetry, these images emerge unexpectedly, as if appearing out of nowhere. The goal is to create a visual experience that engages both the eyes and the language center of the brain, transforming the work into more than just imagery—it becomes an interaction of sight, words, and interpretation. Viewers are invited to look beyond the surface, question what they see, and discover meanings that may extend beyond the artist’s or poet’s original intent.

Beyond this exhibit, Geraldine’s work often involves the unique process of transferring Polaroid negatives onto paper, fabric, or ceramics, then enhancing them with paint and colored pencils. By printing on varied surfaces, she captures subtle shifts in texture, adding depth and dimension to each piece. Her mixed-media approach brings elements of whimsy and surprise, as seen in works like Southwest Quilt, stitched together with copper thread, or the three-dimensional compositions of Bringing Paris Home.