Steven Montgomery's Aesthetics of Damage

Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Steven Montgomery describes himself as having, “...an affinity for the aesthetics of damage, destruction or any evidence of the passage of time.” His earthenware creations pay homage to the once-thriving industrial capital, its degradation, and subsequent resurgence. Incorporating elements that honor the regality of Detroit’s auto industry and its machinery and recognize its more recent issues with the safety of its water supply, Montgomery creates vessels that look more like futuristic Bronze Age sculptures than pottery.In this episode, we catch up with Steven and dig deeper into his work with a focus on his series TOXIC CON, which viscerally comments on the health of the world’s water supply via the Flint Water Crisis. This conversation further expands on his INTERLOCUTOR Magazine interview from May 2021. Interlocutor Magazine presents Interlocutor Interviews, a podcast featuring in-depth conversations with creatives across art, music, activism, film, fashion, writing, and more. Enjoying our content? Help support us with a donation. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our newsletter for updates on our latest features. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.