The Lonely Girls by Constance McBride

The Lonely Girls project began after McBride's mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and lived out her last years in a nursing home, between two worlds. What started as a portrait of her mother became a collection of portraits of the women she lived with. The clay busts are hand built, sculpted and fired. Surface treatments include under glazes, oxides, stains and wax. Baling wire was fired with the busts, other miscellaneous electrical wires were added post firing. So much goes on physically, mentally, socially and psychologically that warrants more attention. By sharing this project with a wider audience, Constance hopes to continue raising awareness for Alzheimer's disease. McBride's exhibit will be on display in the Tubbs Gallery. Venue: Rehoboth Art League.