WASHINGTON, DC.- Conner Contemporary Art presents Patricia Piccinins first solo exhibition in Washington, DC: The Welcome Guest. The selection of works ranges in date from 1997 to the present, including video and small- to large-scale sculptures (made of silicone, fiberglass, human and animal hair, taxidermied peacocks, polyester, nylon, wool, plastic and bronze). Using natural and artificial media to create realistic and grotesque forms, the world renowned Australian artist visualizes humanitys challenges in navigating between nature and biotechnology. The exhibition title comes from its signature piece, The Welcome Guest (2011), Piccininis most recent creation, which recalls Goethes statement, Beauty is everywhere a welcome guest. The artist explains that this work reflects on the beauty and strangeness of nature. In this compelling sculptura