Philip Campbell

Comfort

March 5—May 9, 2026

reception with the artist

Saturday March 14, 2-4 pm

artist talk at 3pm

I learned how to make quilts so you could become a participant in my art. You complete each piece by allowing it to comfort, warm and protect you. Rooting my narratives in a traditional, tactile craft medium has allowed me to create a simpler more accessible language in my work. I create tactile objects of comfort.

Comfort is the transformation of a sterile emergency department triage area into a comfort zone. 

Philip Campbell quilts the triage with clothing gifted by people surviving and recovering from substance dependency. Pockets hold Narcan, fentanyl test strips, and 12-step books.

Guests are invited to take what they need and leave something behind.

When people with a substance use disorder self-present to the emergency department they are seeking comfort; comfort from physical, mental or emotional pain. In my new installation I explore this experience, offer access to educational and harm reduction items and the opportunity to leave a note to someone you have lost to addiction.

about Philip Campbell

Watching the River Flow Keith Waits review for 100 Burning Boats at garner narrative

Gallery hours are Thursday through Saturday 1-5 pm, by chance and by appointment. Text to confirm: (502) 303-7259

Accessibility

There is a small step to enter the front door. The warehouse bay door opens, which allows for wheelchair access via a small steep ramp designed for vehicle access. Chair users may need an assist up and down the ramp. 

Text in advance if possible (502) 303-7259, beep car horn on arrival, or knock on the orange door.

Front door step: 8"  Bathroom door step: 7"