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Jackson Villamizar
Jackson Villamizar
"Red Nose" is a sculpture that reimagines Mickey Mouse, the iconic Disney character, in his classic sailor outfit from the short film Steamboat Willie, a symbol of the dawn of a new era in animation. The piece is crafted entirely from paper, shaped and coated with materials that mimic the textures of corten steel and oxidized copper—evoking the passage of time and surfaces weathered by the sea and memory. The striking red nose, intentionally out of place yet deeply symbolic, reflects a personal story: a tribute to my experience as a hospital clown. This small touch of color becomes the emotional core of the work—a symbol of care, humanity, and the smiles brought to places of suffering. With Red Nose, the playful spirit of the character merges with personal memory to create an icon that speaks of play, resilience, and identity..
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