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Transgender and Queer archiving sits at the center of my practice. I engage with these archival practices through the use of 3D scanning and interactive digital media. It is imperative to me that all works are uploaded to multiple hard drives and M-Disks in order to evade purposeful or accidental destruction.
The Digital Death Mask series uses 3D scanning to preserve the faces, bodies, and personalities of trans people. These scans are then turned into 3D models that can be rigged and placed into a virtual environment. Sound art accompanies much of the series in addition to both archival and my own material. It is important to me that I use both historical and contemporary media as I believe everyone should insert themselves into the canon of LGBTQ+ history. The way in which LGBTQ+ people engage politically, socially, and artistically today are going to be noted historically.
As anti-trans legislation continues to become more aggressive, there is a rage that builds in me and my drive to finish more pieces only gets stronger. It is through my work that my rage becomes productive, becomes meaningful.
Artist Bio:
Clementine Vale was born and raised as a Catholic in South Texas and fought to obtain gender affirming care starting at age 11. She is currently attending the School of the Art Institute of Chicago as an Undergrad. Her practice is centered around 3D scanning, interactive digital media, and archival practices.