"This series of portraits is based on the collection of sock monkeys belonging to my friend and former studio neighbor, Elaine Golak. These 24 portraits represent only a portion of her unique collection.
Initially, I knew very little about sock monkeys but as I began browsing on ebay for Elaine's collection, a whole new world of offbeat obsessive collectors revealed itself to me. Sock monkeys, unlike production-lined toys, are unique individuals with personality instilled by their creators - whether by chance, intention or lack of sewing skill.
I think they're funny while some say "scarey" and I suppose that combination of the two is the attraction for me. I do not collect them myself, I have enough collections as it is, though I've made a couple and find it to be way too hard & consuming work. Elaine's collection grows (thanks to ebay and friends)."
The portraits are featured in this book:
Everything's Coming Up Sock Monkeys!
