About

I create figurative ceramic pieces with hand-building techniques using clay to reflect on my memories, experiences, and emotions. I have always been anxious about everything; I am scared to take up space and make mistakes. Working with self-portraits, I challenge myself to become uncomfortable by turning my internal thoughts into large, physical objects.
Relationships, childhood memories, femininity, nature, and emotions are all sources of inspiration. To build these figures, I start by taking reference photos and building an armature out of clay. As I work, I let the clay flow, exaggerating the form and leaving fingerprints so part of my process is in the finished pieces.
I am currently working on a series of wall-based sculptures exploring the contrasting ideas of isolation and togetherness. I have always been captivated by two people sharing a connection, whether romantic, platonic, or familial. This series will begin with exploring the feeling of loneliness and lead to the examination of my relationships with others.