exhibition statement
Echoes of Earth highlights original sculptural works made with second-hand clothing and plant fibers to ensure the art has a minimal impact on our planet while also challenging the prevailing currents of consumerism and the excesses of late capitalism.
Echoes of Earth addresses a cautionary tale through abstract textile sculptures of the consequences of dissonance between humanity and nature. Martz uses bright and colorful motifs to represent the Earth’s aposematic warnings to establish balance. In contrast, the absence of color in select wall sculptures highlights nature’s strained response to human interference.
Through her prolific art practice, Martz combines spatial utility, contemporary aesthetics, and a deep-rooted ecological conscience to craft artworks that transcend form and function. Martz’s artworks push the tradition of fiber arts towards sustainability, updating the medium for today’s world. Iconic fiber artists such as Eva Hesse, whose untimely death was likely caused by her use of toxic materials like fiberglass, provide not only aesthetic inspiration for Martz, but also motivation to environmentally revolutionize the physical processes of fine art creation.
Martz’s work explores the adaptability of nature and how, over time, it asserts its dominance to erase human imprints and restore equilibrium. With each piece, the artist invites viewers to reimagine the role of art in society, positioning her work not just as an object of beauty but as a catalyst for cultural transformation and sustainable thinking.
about the artist
is an internationally recognized sculptor and fiber artist, constructing her work through alternative material manipulation blended with traditional textile techniques. As a vegan artist, she uses plant-based, recycled, and upcycled materials to ensure her work has a minimal impact on our magnificent planet.
Sienna has exhibited her unique work internationally in gallery and museum exhibitions—including in Seoul, Rome, New York City, Chicago, Miami, and Philadelphia. Her work is featured in major publications, including Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, House & Garden Magazine, The World of Interiors Magazine, Google Arts & Culture, and Domino Magazine. She was awarded “Sculptor of the Year” by the 2024 Singulart Awards.
Sienna’s wall sculptures can be found in public and private collections across the globe—including the US, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, UK, and France. International art museums, galleries, luxury hotels & apartments, art consulting firms, dance companies, musicians, and non-profit organizations have commissioned her artwork. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Tyler School of Art at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Sienna is currently based in Vermont.