Grounded in a commitment to sustainability, my work explores the transformative potential of found materials.
Trained in apparel design and figurative drawing, my design focus expanded across disciplines—to include home goods, furniture and multi-media art.
The common theme within all is my desire to explore what emerges when creativity is defined solely by the materials at hand.
These pieces utilize vintage texts as a canvas, an intentional choice designed to challenge our culture of consumption. By repurposing well-worn books, I push the boundaries of what is considered acceptable or orthodox in art materials, advocating for resourcefulness within our means.
I am intrigued by the beauty of everyday objects, items from the past that bring texture and function to our lives yet are often overlooked. Layered over historical text, these subjects come into focus, highlighting the enduring nature of human experience—what changes and what remains the same.
The visceral quality of the materials is essential to the work. The surprising depth of watercolor pigment and the organic crinkle of the page as water sets the medium are celebrated elements. Other works, rendered in simple pencil and charcoal, offer a graphic simplicity. Embracing the imperfect nature of each piece ultimately serves as a reflection of our shared world and the inherent beauty present in all of us.
