Artist Statement

 

I am a NC based multidisciplinary artist exploring reflections of spiritual, societal, familial and experiential connections in my life through visual narratives 

 

After nearly 35 years as a community muralist, my focus  shifted to studio work creating my story.  Motivated by feminine arboreal forms in boldly emotive, gestural poses I, sometimes, combine traditional elements and found or repurposed objects, - Catholic paraphernalia, vintage lace, onion bags – developing sculptures and mixed media pieces. They define space through fluidity,  cadence,  feminine magic gleaned from my immigrant, matriarchal forbears and a tinge of humor.. The pieces delineate the power and  articulate supportive feminine enclaves, and validate and celebrate my heritage and cultural pride.

 

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