Dominique Saks is originally from the Big Island of Hawaii, and in more recent history has been living in Colorado.  She is a visual artist and enjoys working with drawing, printmaking and alternative photography.  During her time with the Sable Project Dominique would like to experiment with new mediums such as sculpture and performance, work collaboratively, and learn about living off-the grid and on the farm.  She also plans on frequenting the river, eating lots of vegetables, and building something to contribute to this beautiful place and community.

Her work can be found at www.cargocollective.com/dominiquesaks.

Q & A with Dom:

How did you hear about Sable?
My good friend told me about The Sable Project artist residency after finding out about the opportunity from his good friend who went to Middlebury.  Friend-of-a-friend grape vine effect.

What inspires you to make art?
I am inspired by the physicality of art making. I love processes that are active, fast, and gestural like drawing and printmaking.  These processes allow me to find a focused presence and creative flow that engages me with my surroundings and actions.  It is the process, rather that subject matter or concepts that inspires me to make art. 

What is your spirit vegetable and why?
My spirit vegetable is a pole bean because I like to climb up and find sunshine.

If you could have any superpower what would it be?
Super fish abilities, I would like to breathe, see, and be fast and nimble underwater.