I use my work as a means to navigate the present moment in relation to past trauma, using it as a platform for creative exploration. I delve into what the body withholds from present consciousness, finding beauty in utilizing it as a foundation for my artistic endeavors, giving these experiences life outside of my own-person. Through my practice, I formulate a more coherent sense of self, becoming increasingly aware of the struggles within my family’s lineage and my abilities to connect with others.

With my deep fascination of the body, seeing it as a vehicle of the “self” and our emotions, I use anatomical shapes, viscera, and tumors crafted from textiles, latex, and clay to explore these themes. As I create in congruence with my emotions, vulnerability, and pain, I am particularly drawn to soft materials, as they allow these experiences to take on organic forms. Textiles serve as my primary medium within my large-scale installations. I view this as an opportunity to delve into my experiences with generational trauma, drawing from my family's history where quilting served as a lifelong means of connection amidst our history of abuse, neglect, and sorrow. I see this also serving as a point for connecting with the grief shared through my past and present selves, with the lengthy and intense process of hand-stitching each organ together.

By engaging with my work, I intend for individuals to share in my personal vulnerability, creating a space for others to join in this introspection. My work intends to spark curiosity and provoke questions about our interactions with trauma and the visceral elements I portray. I seek to explore what it means to confront fear, engage with these emotions, and ponder the intricacies of personal development both as individuals and as a community.