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By Arnesia Young on February 6, 2021 Massachusetts-based ceramics and fiber artist Nicole McLaughlin uses her artwork to explore the complexities of her dual heritage. Though born and raised in Massachusetts, she remains deeply connected to her Mexican roots. As a result of that cultural duality, McLaughlin’s dynamic sculptural installations fuse two distinct and traditionally domestic media to reflect the interwoven traditions and expectations that have been passed down to her as a first-generation Mexican-American. McLaughlin s study of ceramics began in high school but, at that time, was mainly focused on functional pottery. It wasn’t until she continued her study of the craft in college that she started to find deeper meaning in her work. ....