BIO

From a young age, I’ve always had a desire to create. I started my artistic journey with drawing and painting, pushing away from photorealism to create something no camera could capture. My mother was uniquely creative and nurtured my artistic passion. She passed away at a young age, and during those difficult times, art became my way of coping and finding solace. The loss of my three sisters at such young ages has also been a driving force behind my continued pursuit of art. 

As I grow older, I am increasingly aware of my own mortality, and it is becoming a prominent theme in my work. The deaths of my family members feel distant now, as life in this fleeting moment presses heavily on my chest. I aim to create something that evokes emotion. The figures I craft are designed to do so through subtle, expressive gestures. The posture reminding us of our pain, our loss, and our love.

At present, my work is centered around my deep love for paper. Often overlooked as an artform, paper-making is a versatile and texture rich craft. I strive to challenge and expand its boundaries, elevating paper as a medium for artistic expression. I find solace in the art of paper-making, immersing my hands in water and the natural fibers I’ve harvested. Each unique sheet holds endless potential, fostering a profound connection to nature and strengthening the bond between material and artist. 

The Tall Man is who I see on a blank canvas.  Like a shadow, steel lines give him shape.  His head bowed down and looks to be dreaming.  The fibers dry into skin and he is born again.  Blink and now he is stretched tight and old.  The Tall Man's clothes are woven.  A true labor of love.  Frayed now and walking home.