Water Samples
2017 (ongoing)
Water from 100 Locations,
100 Glass Bottles
Each Bottle 9 in x 3 in
This in-progress series examines water’s ability to retain information. Utilizing studies from Japanese researcher Dr. Masaru Emoto, this body of work investigates the concept of water having memory: that water makes an imprint of any outside influence, remembering everything that occurs in the space surrounding it.
Water Samples
2017 (ongoing)
Water from 100 Locations,
100 Glass Bottles
Each Bottle 9 in x 3 in
This in-progress series examines water’s ability to retain information. Utilizing studies from Japanese researcher Dr. Masaru Emoto, this body of work investigates the concept of water having memory: that water makes an imprint of any outside influence, remembering everything that occurs in the space surrounding it.
Water Samples
2017 (ongoing)
Water from 100 Locations,
100 Glass Bottles
Each Bottle 9 in x 3 in
This in-progress series examines water’s ability to retain information. Utilizing studies from Japanese researcher Dr. Masaru Emoto, this body of work investigates the concept of water having memory: that water makes an imprint of any outside influence, remembering everything that occurs in the space surrounding it.
Recording The Tide 1
2018
Sand, Pebbles, Glue, Water on Paper
27 in x 40 in
This piece is part of a series of artwork documenting the tide of Lake Bolsena (central Italy).
Considerations taken into account were the time of day, the location on the lake, weather
patterns, and exterior variables such as currents from boats, footprints from ducks, etc.
Trantler (Tree + Antler)
June 2020
Reclaimed Wood, Bronze
12.5 ft x 4 ft
Gearhart, Oregon, USA
The name Trantler is based on combining two predominant elements in Gearhart: the wild elk that roam the region, and the timber industry that has been a cornerstone in the Pacific Northwest since 1848. Oregon is one of the world’s great tree-growing areas so it comes natural to celebrate its contribution to the state’s economy as well as the majestic beauty of its forests. Additionally, the elk herd near Gearhart has become quite prevalent - growing from about thirty a decade ago to around one hundred and twenty members today. Both the timber industry and the elk herd have been sources of discussion within the community. The conversation regarding the environmental impacts of clear cutting versus its potential to diversify the local ecosystem is in debate. Concurrently, the dialogue around the elk herd being a charming attraction as opposed to the wild life creating safety issues still stands strong. This sculpture positions itself as an unbiased piece of artwork, aiming to observe the challenging aspects of human’s relationship with nature, and to promote critical thinking towards the connection between preserving our planet and protecting a healthy economy. The goal of the project is to bring residents and tourists together in hopes of more interaction and collaboration between each other and foster unity by showcasing varying ideologies within a community in a peaceful manner.
Trantler (Tree + Antler)
June 2020
Reclaimed Wood, Bronze
12.5 ft x 4 ft
Gearhart, Oregon, USA
The name Trantler is based on combining two predominant elements in Gearhart: the wild elk that roam the region, and the timber industry that has been a cornerstone in the Pacific Northwest since 1848. Oregon is one of the world’s great tree-growing areas so it comes natural to celebrate its contribution to the state’s economy as well as the majestic beauty of its forests. Additionally, the elk herd near Gearhart has become quite prevalent - growing from about thirty a decade ago to around one hundred and twenty members today. Both the timber industry and the elk herd have been sources of discussion within the community. The conversation regarding the environmental impacts of clear cutting versus its potential to diversify the local ecosystem is in debate. Concurrently, the dialogue around the elk herd being a charming attraction as opposed to the wild life creating safety issues still stands strong. This sculpture positions itself as an unbiased piece of artwork, aiming to observe the challenging aspects of human’s relationship with nature, and to promote critical thinking towards the connection between preserving our planet and protecting a healthy economy. The goal of the project is to bring residents and tourists together in hopes of more interaction and collaboration between each other and foster unity by showcasing varying ideologies within a community in a peaceful manner.
virUS
Public Installation, Video
April 2020
100 Clay Roof Tiles, 1 Sledgehammer, 1 Pick Axe
10 ft x 50 ft
Los Angeles, California
To view the 1 minute 45 second video, click here
This installation was a collaboration with artist Adam Guy to create a large scale installation in support of our global fight against the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The goal of this piece is to express humanity’s strength and resilience to the global pandemic, but not without the truth that accompanies it: fear, anxiety, grief and more. Clay tiles are frequently used as roofing on houses in Southern California. Listed as a give away on Craigslist they are a perfect symbol for the significance of “Home.” Lining up the tiles like dominoes, we spelled out the word “VIRUS” in 12 ft. letters then proceeded to crush the first three letters of the word with a sledge hammer and pick axe - leaving the remaining part of the word as "US.” We then documented the process via photography and video. Both of us live alone in our art studios/warehouse across the hall from each other and had been self isolating for four weeks. With social distancing in place, this installation let us share the frustration of our challenges creatively while conveying that we are all in this fight together.
Trantler (Tree + Antler)
2020 - 2023
Reclaimed Douglas Fir, Bronze
12.5 ft x 4 ft
Astoria, Oregon, USA
The name Trantler is based on combining two predominant elements in Clatsop County, Oregon: the wild elk that roam the region, and the timber industry that has been a cornerstone in the Pacific Northwest since 1848. Oregon is one of the world’s great tree-growing areas so it comes natural to celebrate its contribution to the state’s economy as well as the majestic beauty of its forests. Additionally, the elk herd has become quite prevalent - growing from about thirty a decade ago to around one hundred and twenty members today. Both the timber industry and the elk herd have been sources of discussion within the community. The conversation regarding the environmental impacts of clear cutting versus its potential to diversify the local ecosystem is in debate. Concurrently, the dialogue around the elk herd being a charming attraction as opposed to the wild life creating safety issues still stands strong. This sculpture positions itself as an unbiased piece of artwork, aiming to observe the challenging aspects of human’s relationship with nature, and to promote critical thinking towards the connection between preserving our planet and protecting a healthy economy. The goal of the project is to bring residents and tourists together in hopes of more interaction and collaboration between each other and foster unity by showcasing varying ideologies within a community in a peaceful manner.
Water Retains Memory - Vessel 1
2020
Palm Tree Stump, Plaster, Paint, Resin, Coral
1.5 ft x 1.5 ft x 1 ft
Water can be transformed through vulnerability. It has a memory which makes an imprint of outside influences, remembering what occurs in the space surrounding it. This series concentrates on vessels inspired by nature which carry small bodies of water. Just like humans, these vessels hold their insides tightly - balancing between the desire to share their resources and sustaining their boundaries due to insecurities, frailty, and past memories.
Water Retains Memory - Vessel 2
2020
Wood Stump, Bondo, Gold Paint, Resin, Water
2 ft x 3 ft x 3 ft
Water can be transformed through vulnerability. It has a memory which makes an imprint of outside influences, remembering what occurs in the space surrounding it. This series concentrates on vessels inspired by nature which carry small bodies of water. Just like humans, these vessels hold their insides tightly - balancing between the desire to share their resources and sustaining their boundaries due to insecurities, frailty, and past memories.
Otik
2017
Wood, Twine, Wax, Metal, Glue, Paint
4 ft x 5 ft x 4 ft
This piece celebrates diversity, compassion, and the concept that we are all one. After carving the rope image into the top part of the sculpture, I had to leave Italy for the United States. Stuffing it into my suitcase to make it through security, I sadly had to break off the smaller limbs - leaving only the main base of the branch in tact. After arriving in Los Angeles I salvaged broken sticks from various trees lying on the ground and attached them back on to the base with metal screws, glue, wax and copper painted twine to make the piece whole again.
Sewing Needle
2015
Driftwood, Paint, Metal Cable
8.2 ft x 2 in
This project examines perceptions about the logic behind human beings need to fix things - be it oneself or obstructions within our environment. This driftwood was found floating down the Arno river in Florence, Italy, during a torrential storm and then sculpted into a large sewing needle to symbolize the act of mending.
Bricks
2016
Broken Tiles/Bricks/Rocks from
Various Countries, Wax,
Oil Paint on cement slabs
4 ft x 4 ft
This project examines perceptions about the logic behind human beings need to fix things - be it oneself or obstructions within our environment. This is a collection of 50 broken tiles and bricks from various countries throughout the world, put back together in their assumed original shapes with oil colored wax.
Lead Feet
2015
Sticks, Rocks, Metal, Turmeric
6.5 ft x 6.5 ft x 3.2 ft
This sculpture is part of a series of work created on the concept of “Home.” In addition to a body of sculptures, a collection of interviews, written statements, and audio recordings were created to share people’s ideas of what the word “Home” means to them. These were then saved in a weatherproof time capsule and buried for future generations to find.
Lean On Me
2020
Tree Bark, Plaster, Metal
17 in x 20 in x 25 in
Water, earth, animals and humans are all interrelated and interdependent. Both the conch shell and the bark are homes to various species. Is the shell leaning more on the bark, or vice versa?
Breathe
2023
Clay, Epoxy, Artificial Sinew, Gold Leaf, Found Wood from
the Carrara Mountains with Embedded Marble Pieces
18 in x 10 in x 5 in
Headstrong
2023
Walnut, Clay, Paint, Epoxy
11 x 1 in
Clean Lungs
2023
Clay, Paint, Kelp, Coral, Artificial Sinew
14 x 10 x 3 in
Harmony
2023
Clay, Kelp, Artificial Sinew
15 x 7 x 4 in
