Artist Bio
I’m the type of person who enjoys organization. Whether it’s my grandmother’s fridge, my collection of Ken Brown t-shirts or my home, I find satisfaction and beauty in arrangement. It was from this love that my creative practice originated. Textiles in particular have always stood out to me for their uniquely beautiful quality, and I always prioritize the textile section when on the hunt in thrift stores. This was where I first discovered the hand woven, raffia placemats that would become central to my art. I eventually connected with the makers of these types of mats and now buy directly from the women creating them in Uganda. I have always found comfort in the process of arranging objects, even as a child playing hours of tetris, curating the walls of my room, and collaging with found materials. TThis same process informs my artistic practice to this day. In addition to repurposing the placemats to create jewelry and home decor, I was also drawn to the resulting bags of scraps in an entirely different way. I begin by methodically organizing them into different piles based on the color palettes, shapes, and cuts, and then assemble them to create abstract colorful patterns. The most exciting part of the creative process for me is finding inspiration in the materials themselves. Often, I don’t know how a piece will look until it’s finished. To me, making art is a practice in organizing something that defies traditional organization to create an object of beauty.
Materials and Techniques: Repurposing handwoven raffia fiber table runners woven by women artisans in Uganda. Collage w/ fibers.
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