A Stone's Century Broken, 1989
Clay, Straw, Resins, Hardware, 83" x 106" x 48"
Genna Watson was born in 1948 in Baltimore, Maryland. She received her B.F.A. from Maryland Institute, College of Art and her M.F.A. from University of Wisconsin, Madison. Watson’s sculptures have been characterized as a part of the American Art Povera movement, referring to the materials used by the artist which are thought of as poor. This includes tree branches, dirt, straw, discarded metals etc. Her art is very harsh and haunting to viewers, but has become more noteworthy as she has developed her technique in working with natural or industrial materials. Watson’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States in solo and group exhibitions, and is included in many private collections.