In the beginning, there was
elhaus
Video of Art Installation, 2015
Kutztown University
The installation was created using found objects, along with original artworks and writings from Elizabeth. She created this sheltered space to encapsulate and share the artistic mind and process of “Eli” - her artist pseudonym .
Years later,
the idea of Elhaus transformed from an art installation into a community offering for a world starved for creative connection and authentic expression.
The poem below was the artist statement for Elhaus at the time it was only an installation.
Elizabeth highlights that true compassion involves both offering a compassionate presence to others and being open to receiving it ourselves. It’s a reminder that we can’t give authentically unless we are also willing to be vulnerable and accept care and support in return.
Compassion is a mutual exchange that depends our connections and reflects our shared humanity.
Artist Statement for Elhaus Video
2015
I am , You Are
by Eli
You are the one missing home,
I am the one who welcomes you to mine.
You are the one who needs consoling.
I am the one who’s there to listen.
You are the one whose always anxious.
I am the one who calms your mind.
You are the one who longs for company.
I am the one who asks for yours.
You are the one whose always busy.
I am the one who lends a helping hand.
You are the one who fears the future.
I am the one who brightens your view.
I am the one missing home.
You are the one knocking on my door.
I am the one who needs control
You are the one who loosens my ties.
I am the one who fears the future.
You are the one joining me by my side.
I am the one who needs you.