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Erik Bergrin


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​The Cloak of Empty Experience 
2012


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​​The Cloak of Empty Experience 
2012


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​The sad Cocoon
2013


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​The sad Cocoon
2013


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​The Chakra Coffin. 
Piece 1 of a new series
2015


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​Sage Coffin 
Piece 2 of a new series
2015


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​Mandala Coffin 
piece 3 of a new series
2015


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​OPENING. 
Piece 4 of a new series
2015


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​The Crematorium. Piece 5 of a new series
2016


Erik got his start constructing costumes to wear for nightlife, while at the same time studying psychology in college. A portfolio was put together and he got his first professional job sewing foam costumes and mascots in a puppet shop. 8 Months later, that job ended, and another was attained in a Broadway costume shop specializing in historical replicas. Every time Erik learned a new technique from the shop, he used it to make a garment, constantly experimenting. After years of designing and constructing fashion type garments, the work switched to more wearable fiber sculptures which is what it is today. Having a strong interest in meditation and psychology, he uses all of his learned realizations as symbols in the work. Eriks buddhist meditation practice takes him on retreats and workshops all over the world.
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Erik Is currently in the process of creating a collection of wearable fiber sculptures that will all be shown together to create a story about a personal experience. The story is a visual retelling of a ritual ceremony in which overwhelming negative thoughts overtook and created a form of mental hell . The pieces are made using craft techniques, such as weaving and fabric coiling and using mostly organic materials. Each piece is around 7 feet tall. You can see some in construction and finished pieces as well as drawings, research, and techniques on Instagram.com/ErikBergrin as well as www.ErikBergrin.com

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​Chalkboard Cloak for Nicholas Gorham performing at Joes Pub
2013


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​Chalkboard Cloak made for Nicholas Gorham performing at Joes Pub
2013


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​Back of Chalkboard Cloak for Nicholas Gorham performing at Joes Pub
2013


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Costume For M Lamar show, "Funeral Doom Spiritual." 
2017


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​Costume For M Lamar show, "Funeral Doom Spiritual." 
2017


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​Costume For M Lamar show, "Funeral Doom Spiritual." 
2017


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​Dane Terry Spaceman Jacket
2015


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​Pencil Jacket for Goodbar Musical
2013


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​Balloon jacket for Max Vernon
2012


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​Sandman costume
2010


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​Close-up of the sandman costume
2010


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​Spikey Pants for Sasha Gradiva
2011


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​JUNGLE PEOPLE FOR WHITE! HOT! CHRISTMAS!
2013


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​Flight attendant for WHITE! HOT! CHRISTMAS! 
Studio shot
2013


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​JUNGLE PERSON FOR WHITE! HOT! CHRISTMAS!
2013


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​Back of Jungle flower dress for WHITE! HOT! CHRISTMAS!
2013


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