My work is divided into two district approaches/series.
Both approaches are based on a foundation of upcycling or repurposing materials but prioritize certain features.
Luxury Series - In this series, I explore the intersection of fashion and pop culture, using upcycled luxury goods, leather, and hardware to achieve an elevated look, paying special attention to craftsmanship synonymous with luxury. This is all to express my love and admiration of these iconic pop-related artifacts and to bring attention to their contribution to our culture.
Examples of this approach:
E-waste / Upcycling Series - In this series, I lean more heavily into upcycling with the materials or found objects to drive the approach. This produces a looser feel that allows for the sum of the materials to form a new object. As you draw closer to the sculpture, you pick up on the details and objects used taking you on another journey of discovery to identify the individual pieces that make up the sculpture.
Examples of this approach:
