CAC - Beauty Queen, Superhero &
the Peanut

2008

Pam’s first installation using larger-than-life marionette puppets, in this case representing different versions of herself that she imagined when growing up - the Beauty Queen, the Superhero, and the Peanut . The marionettes were interactive  - through the use of ropes & pulleys, viewers could actuate the puppet’s arms and legs. This installation also included an audio narrative to accompany and expand on her artist statement.

The puppet armatures are decorated with narrative quilts including detailed stitching, beading, and embellishments, adding to the overall story of each character.