Davey Jones’s Locker

By Pirate: Contemporary Art | Lakewood Pl. at Pierce St.

Davey Jones’s Locker consists of dynamic, brightly painted silhouettes posing along the length of a fence, showcasing Pirate: Contemporary Art members. The installation is designed to be an inherently collaborative piece, as every member of Pirate is physically represented on the wall. Each person picked their own color of paint and individual pose, exhibiting their unique identity. The silhouettes interact with each other creating visual interplay while illustrating static aspects of performance and storytelling while also representing the Pirate community spirit. The order of silhouettes starts with the longest standing member of Pirate leading the pack, and chronologically runs down to the newest member at the opposite end, expressing the passage of time. The final effect is a diverse, colorful array of creative personalities, and also feels contemporary and playful. The title of the work and silhouettes allude to chalk outlines found at crime scenes, though with a colorful playful twist, forming a subtle pun that speaks to the traditionally quirky, edgy nature of Pirate.