He uses models and coveres them in clay, causing the art to be alive, althought the subjects are reminiscent of sculptures of Catholic Saints. http://jjmccracken.com/projects-active-installations/living-sculpture
This sculpture in particular reminds me of a sculpture of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton at St. Patrick's Cathedral in NYC.
His work bringing attention to Hunger is quite starteling and insightful. It is called Hunger-Philadelphia. Again he covers his models in clay and has them slogg around in a monochromatic beige environment. They are surrounded by clay cast fruit and vegatables, unable to eat. Their hunger is palpable and uncomfortable for us. I'm starving...
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