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Essays & Critiques 

by Clara Wrenfied

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Ghost Ships

Critical reflections on the Ghost Ships series with a focus on its exploration of the in-between and the ethereal.

I Hate My Spaceship

Exploring the artist's tension between frustration and creation in this compelling series.

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Lamia

Consumption Series

An evocative dive into Hochbaum’s Consumption series, where houses become vessels of memory, and the act of devouring them reveals a balance of destruction, creation, and personal reclamation.

Kaidan-shū

This essay examines Kaidan-Shu, capturing how Hochbaum’s experiences with ancient spirits and legends of Japan influence his art.

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Psychic City collection

This essay follows Psychic City from its origins to its latest works, exploring how it has evolved in scale, materials, and meaning over time.

all images ©David Hochbaum                    

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