Artist's Statement

A common thread in my artwork is re-contextualized stories and interpretation of history. I draw questions from history, establish a connection to the present and express hope for the future. I begin by collecting found objects chosen for their shape, function or symbolism to represent a particular time, place or community. I assemble these commonplace objects and layer interpreted histories on them, adding my marks, questions and message. These artworks create new stories that are connected to the history of the objects and to the people who used them before me.