I have a deep curiosity about both the physical and conceptual spaces the human body occupies, especially where fragility and strength coexist. Engaging with materials in a tactile manner is a metaphorical practice to explore the senses as part of our shared human experience.
The process of each body of work is unique, characterized by intuition and a focus on the idea of migration - the movement from one part of something to another. It often begins with a single piece of fabric or paper, which serves as the foundation for my pieces. Layer upon layer, I incorporate threads, ephemera, paint, and mark-making to craft haptic, dimensional wall pieces, sculptures, and installations. My material choices are deliberate, using stitching and waxing to symbolize the body's remarkable capacity for resilience and healing. Wax itself becomes a medium to convey visible vulnerability, and the use of paper and cloth links to the shared history of cultures throughout time.
In a world in need of empathy, my work inherently embodies intimacy. It serves as a reminder of our collective need for meaningful connections.
