As
a sculptor, I work with my hands and in all honesty I think with
my hands too. The texture, density, consistency and malleability
of a material are its language and that language is what I find
rewarding in the use of mixed media. I look to the inherent qualities
of a material and try to manipulate them to my end.
I like to use my work to create a sort of tongue in cheek play on
the human condition. Using words, puns or expressions in combination
with physical representation of form I want to poke fun at our collective
angst-ridden human condition: Not to minimize or diminish its impact
but rather put it in perspective and by doing so remove the perceived
anxiety; Basically, to render it impotent.
Most recently I have been interested in kinetic art especially kinetic
jewelry. My work suggests sculpture that is ostensibly meant to
be worn. Using found objects, doll parts and metal I make small
scale pieces that are intended to comment on body adornment and
ornamentation, both functional and otherwise. I've noticed that
cell phones, MP3 players and personal electronic equipment have
become so commonplace that they are taking on the mantle of jewelry;
Jewelry that has a function and perceived necessity. My work questions
this norm by functioning in a way that is both absurd and completely
unnecessary.
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