Within a few minutes of looking at Meckseper’s sculptures, videos, and photographic works, you’ll notice her ongoing exploration of American consumerism and politics focuses this time on car culture and it’s connection to the oil industry and related domestic and foreign policy decisions. Manipulating found and appropriated objects and images, the artist offers a range of works in a direct and multi-reflective mode.

Dark from the outside, the gallery space immediately envelops you as you step through the door. Shiny reflective surfaces surround you including a sensational gridded mirror ceiling and gleaming slat wall. The dominant chrome look suggests car dealerships and discount stores. The dark fluorescent lighting along the floor’s edge adds an odd and disquieting tone to the environment. …read more