"The notion of a 'hand me down' recalls the generational exchange of treasured garments, and while Agpoon and Doherty’s abilities to transform textiles into compelling pieces focused on family and memory is on full display, the show encapsulates more than just cloth work.

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'A hand me down could be anything,' said Agpoon. 'It’s a cozy thing that gets passed down person to person.'

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Working from this definition, the pair wrap viewers in a multimedia and multigenerational experience. The tangible and abstract hand me downs that have played a role in Agpoon and Doherty’s lives are a constant theme throughout the exhibit. Both artists cited their families as sources of inspiration, not only for their artwork, but for the Smith Gallery show itself." [Read more here at the Scarlet & Black Newspaper, Jane Hoffman]