ARTIST STATEMENT

My fascination with bird-figures draws from the kinesthetic experience of gesture and observation of people and birds, alone and in relationship. Further inspired by stories and images from many cultures, my sculptures, drawings, and installations speak of human aspirations and the soul, and of conflicts between our internal impulses and awareness of the outside world. From ancient winged deities to popular culture’s flying heroines and villains, such icons affirm our desire to reach beyond the human realm.

In my work, I foreground the very human impulse to project ourselves onto nature, encouraging identification and empathy. The sculptures range from intimate to large scale, created with a range of materials such as wire mesh, steel, resin, bronze, bamboo, and mixed media. My goal is to synthesize and share my hybrid visions, to promote contemplation of our important connection to birds and nature, especially in a world of migrations, endangered species, and global climate threats.

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