LAUREN COVEY

I Heart Your Guts Part 3, video and sound, 5 minutes, 36 seconds.

In "I Heart Your Guts," showcased in a group exhibition curated by Harvey Fierstein at Fountain House Gallery, I delve into the complexities of relationships, grief, and mental health struggles. Through a blend of video and sound, I capture the raw emotions experienced during a breakup and the subsequent battle with suicidal thoughts amidst depression. The composition features recordings throughout the relationship, including intimate moments shared through belly audio recordings, symbolizing the love story told through visceral sounds.

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Noodles, 2024, 5 minutes 41 seconds, Video and Sound installation, incl. Television, Rug, Dog Toys, and Treats.

"Noodles" is a journey through my inner landscape, a space once characterized by solitude and quiet contemplation, now animated by my new companion, Noodles. This video artwork invites viewers to navigate the evolving architecture of my thoughts, where the echoes of my life gradually gave way to the joyful chaos of shared existence.

The sounds in this piece—Noodles' playful squeaky toys and the rhythmic beat of her wagging tail, like a metronome marking the tempo of our new life together—are not just background noise but integral elements that represent the shift in my consciousness. These sounds are the heartbeat of my home, a symbol of the life and energy she has brought into my world.

"Noodles" celebrates this transition and explores what it means to expand the borders of my internal world to welcome another being. Through this work, I hope to convey the beauty, messiness, and profound change that come w

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