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Accumulated Constructions

By Karl Cole, posted on Aug 19, 2026

Whether Simmons displays a single artwork or creates an environment—both indoors and in nature—her work always invites contemplation of her sophisticated use of materials. Her process of accumulation involves materials she feels will provoke memories, summon certain feelings, or invite the viewer to imagine a narrative. She favors wood and employs all kinds, unifying her body of work.

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