Sculptures

Etched Recycled Windows, LEDs, 2020- The etched imagery depicts the anatomical layers of a corn snake: the front panel is the skin, the center panel is the skeleton, and the farthest back panel is the organs of the snake. As snakes shed their skin, they are a symbol of transformation and healing.

Available with wooden base for displaying on a flat surface or chains for hanging.

Custom print sizing upon request.

Etched Recycled Windows, LEDs, 2020- When the COVID-19 pandemic began, it quickly became necessary to accommodate my process to one that required extremely little funds or machinery. I found people who had replaced the windows of their home and were throwing away the old ones- I ended up with quite a substantial amount of recycled windows. I’m mesmerized by how the aesthetic quality of veins mirrors that of tree roots and branches, as well as the physical attributes that protect my heart.

Custom print sizing upon request.

Etched Recycled Windows in Wood Frame 2020- As someone who struggles with chronic migraines, I sometimes find myself forcing smiles and refraining from visually expressing the pounding in my head. This self-portrait illustrates how people perceive me based on my appearance and how that differentiates from what I’m experiencing internally. The x-ray serves as a lense for this internal vision.

Custom print sizing upon request.

Etched Recycled Windows 2022- The transformation of natural forms takes many shapes and sizes.

The life-cycle of trees and the way that they communicate and support one another even after they die continues to inspire my work.

Etched recycled windows, wood, LEDs 2021- This piece depicts interior and exterior slices of the feet. Building an understanding of anatomy has helped me appreciate the way that each component of my body works endlessly to support me.

Custom print sizing upon request.

Etched Recycled Windows 2022 -This piece layers the imagery of an x-ray of my close friend who had surgery for their bowed legs, superimposed with the engine of a car. They both are responsible for similar functions in different machines. 

The etched sculpture has been sold, however I’ve created a high quality shadow box digital print on acetate, in addition to prints on paper of the illustration, which are currently available.

Custom print sizing upon request.

Sugar cast jaw, polyeurothane, teeth, 2020- This sculpture is a reflection of the relationship between wealth and the dental industry.

Food deserts create a lack of access to healthy food, resulting in poor dental health. Due to the lack of access to sufficient health care for low income individuals, they do not receive the help they need which can result in even more damaging health issues.

This was created by casting a jaw out of caramelized sugar and embedding teeth into it.

Carved Pine Slab 2020- This carving is a reflection of a moment when a loved one grappled with a bipolar episode, and I found myself both present and profoundly affected by their journey.

The figure on the right represents the fury and violence of his mania contrasted with the figure on the right, which depicts when he was able to breathe deeply and find calmness. I used chisels for cutting out large portions of wood, and the foredom for detail work.

May this artwork serve as a reminder that amidst the turmoil, there is always the potential for moments of respite. It is my hope that this carving provides insight into the complexities of mental health, fostering compassion and promoting open conversations about the realities of these experiences.

Cast Bronze- "Open Wide" captures the visceral emotions that I associated with dental experiences.

The wide-open mouth conveys a range of emotions—fear, discomfort, and perhaps even a sense of catharsis. It serves as a reminder that vulnerability can be transformed into a source of strength. To begin the process, I created a mold of the inside of my mouth using alginate.

This is the same material that is used to take molds of teeth at the dentist. The alginate captured every intricate detail, from the shape of my teeth to the contours of my gums and tongue. From the alginate mold, I carefully crafted a plaster cast to create a base for the final bronze casting.