My art-making over the last several years has been profoundly influenced by and is in response to the enormous loss and devastation- a response to the crises in our environment, to the loss of human life, to the tragic destruction and violations as a result of racism, poverty, cruelty, discrimination. The work reflects my constant state of anxiety and most sadly, my impotence to respond adequately to the “everything”.
Much of my work consists of handmade paper sculptures made from kozo and abaca fibers. Some have added pigment, many have embedded plant matter, or anything else I get my hands on. Additionally there are a few mixed media collages. Finding beauty in the imperfect, acknowledging moments of change, and engaging with the process of transformation form the basis of my work. My art references nature, whether human or otherwise, and attempts. metaphorically through layering process and form, to address the broader social and environmental issues.
My art-making over the last several years has been profoundly influenced by and is in response to the enormous loss and devastation- a response to the crises in our environment, to the loss of human life, to the tragic destruction and violations as a result of racism, poverty, cruelty, discrimination. The work reflects my constant state of anxiety and most sadly, my impotence to respond adequately to the “everything”.
Much of my work consists of handmade paper sculptures made from kozo and abaca fibers. Some have added pigment, many have embedded plant matter, or anything else I get my hands on. Additionally there are a few mixed media collages. Finding beauty in the imperfect, acknowledging moments of change, and engaging with the process of transformation form the basis of my work. My art references nature, whether human or otherwise, and attempts. metaphorically through layering process and form, to address the broader social and environmental issues.