Artist Statement

My work is about finding rough beauty in the homely.  For many years now I have been experimenting with unconventional materials.  I like seeing how I can manipulate the material to create my art.  I’m fascinated by the varieties of shapes, surfaces, and textures that are possible.

I begin with the blank slate and play with the material until something begins to emerge. Each piece presents a different challenge. I’ve painted, glued, ripped, cut and even set several on fire. I’ve added packing paper, eucalyptus seeds, bark, cement, and paper plates.  I work and rework a piece until it seems “done.”  

I love working with cardboard for its versatility, fragility and roughness.  There are no perfect surfaces or edges. But it’s not precious; it is up for whatever challenge I bring to it. But ultimately, no matter what material I’m using, I’m interested in the creative process and the manifestation of something out of infinite possibility.