Whisper Tubes Installations
The smooth surface of the whisper tube remains white while enameled gold, black, and royal pink emphasize the interior where the sound comes from. The curves are reminiscent of the inner ear to further highlight the element of sound. The overall shape of the piece is intended to lure and embody an elaborate telephone that needs no wires.
It rests on my version of a domestic phone booth “table” in a custom, cushioned nest. The shape of the table is evocative of a baby carriage to further accentuate its purpose of preciousness and security. Yet, this piece is stationary, exists in the domicile, and comments on personal, everyday relationships.
Royal tones of purple and blue and golden-hues of orange heighten the status, placing it into the context of an ornate neo-Victorian home. Hand stitching is left evident and details are tended to with great attention, alluding to the effort an individual has put into creating an object that is meant for daily use. Protruding “belly” pads on either side of the table invite the viewer to lean in close enough to use the whisper tube .
