Rebecca McGillivary

Works on Paper

This piece is simply an experiment mixing organic and inorganic elements.

Works on Paper

This 5 foot tall charcoal drawing celebrates Charles Darwin's bold decision to publish his theory of evolution despite opposition from the church and most of the public. For years, scientific thought was able to coexist, even thrive alongside religion - hence the evolving birds within the cage. However, Darwin's theory directly challenged biblical teachings, making it much harder for his ideas to gain public support. Since the publication of On The Origins of Species, evolutionary biology has enriched countless fields; this is represented by the finch flying freely from the cage.

Works on Paper

This is the cell that produces mucous. I found it fascinating that something so beautiful makes something so foul.

Works on Paper

A study of the Round Barn. I found it strange and sad that a celebrated landmark is in such disrepair.

Painting

Every flower is made of four basic parts: sepals, petals, stamens, and the pistil. When the right genes are manipulated, these parts become interchangeable.