Chiara Hardy, Grace Hopper College

Chiara’s practice manifests a highly developed knowledge of materials and space. She is an accomplished builder with a variety of materials, from inflatables, to bamboo, to textiles. Her awareness of the components of documentation, whether video or black and white photography is also very sophisticated. She has a strong feeling for the elements - for metals, earth, air, and the space that surrounds and holds. Chiara has collaborated extensively with peers, family, and her environment.

Lisa Kereszi, Senior Critic and Director of Undergraduate Studies in Art and Molly Zuckerman-Hartung, Senior Critic Painting and Printmaking Departmen