My sculptures emerge from an additive approach to clay sculpting loosely based on my photographs and sketches. They primarily feature detailed human faces which have been my life long fascination. Most sculptures are hand built with water-based clay that is later fired or casted into other materials such as resin and hydrostone. My latest sculptures of faces are gracefully adorned with organic forms and nature accents. It is my hope that my current work evokes a sense of joy and serenity.
I learned a variety of technical and visual art skills while getting my Bachelor of Science Degree in Media Arts. Those skills paved the way for me to pursue a multidisciplinary career in multimedia and photography. All along, I have found myself returning to the fundamentals of sculpting in my spare time. I’ve experimented with everything from water based clay to Epoxy clays and even modeling chocolate. Each medium offers benefits over the others, and each has a place in my practice. Sculpting is such a unique tactile experience that, while satisfying, it is humbling and difficult to master. It challenges my patience and every finished piece serves as a reminder of much there is left to learn.
I enjoy in learning new techniques and processes so learning about molding and casting was an obvious next step on my journey to becoming a well-rounded artist. Mold making can be complex and rather intimidating to tackle, but the joy is in the journey! It’s been tremendously satisfying so far to be able to take an idea from a block of clay to a cold casted sculpture.
It has been a winding path to call myself “an artist” and after many years of experimentation with different mediums, I’m excited to share my art and lessons learned along the way.