Artist Statement

I grew up on the outside of the group, the last one picked, the one in her brother’s hand-me-down clothes, the only girl, the weirdo. Through an exploration of materials, color, and spatial relationships, my work investigates themes of inclusion and exclusion, concepts that are deep rooted in my experiences. The physicality of creating, the layering and hand dyeing of textiles, using my body mechanically, and the repetition of process are all vital to my practice. My work is notable for its deft finish and tactile nature.