Woebegone: Emotional Baggage Cart

Woeful news likes to go viral. 

I will not let this despair settle in, like forlorn fog.

I will find something to rejoice.

Convert bad news into cheerful song. 

And unshackle this emotional baggage from my spirit.

Woe Be Gone…

WoBeGone

Woebegone: Emotional Baggage Cart

Neon painted recovered shopping cart, waterproof reflective tape and blacklight strip

woven with plastic grocery & newspaper bags, paracord and t-shirt yarn. 

36” x 40” x 24”

May 2023

March Exhibitions & Beyond

ONGOING

Metamorphosis: Recycled, Repurposed, Reimagined

Exhibition Dates: February 9- April 21

Opening Reception: February 9 from 5 to  7pm.

Location: Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center; 13470 Dowell Rd, Solomons, MD 

Ponytails and Door Knocker Earring Installation

Dates: January 17-  July 17

Location: Time Equities Lobby 55 5th Avenue, New York NY

NEXT 

Touchstone Artist Residency

Dates: May 10-24, 2024

Location: Touchstone Center for Crafts; 1049 Sr2003, Farmington, PA 

Free Your Mind @ Touchstone

Dates: May 17 – September 20, 2024

Location: Touchstone Center for Crafts; 1049 Sr2003, Farmington, PA 

Uncontained: Reimagining Basketry

Exhibition Dates: May 19, 2024 – September 2, 2024

Location: Hunterdon Art Museum, 7 Lower Center St, Clinton, NJ

Free Your Mind @ 2024 Summer Discovery

Exhibition Dates: June 7 – August 30, 2024

Opening Reception: June 7, 5:00-9:00 pm

Location: Delaware Contemporary; 200 S Madison St, Wilmington, DE

American Tapestry Association’s Beyond: Tapestry Expanded

Exhibition Dates: August 1- December 15, 2024

Location: Peeler Art Center at DePauw University; 204 E. Seminary St., Greencastle IN 

The Best Of Old School Soca mixed by DJ STYLEZ

I’m often asked what I’m listening to in the studio while I work. There’s nothing like the energy of classic soca tunes to elevate my artistic spirit.

Distant familiar tunes from yesteryears carry memories and stories, creating a nostalgic atmosphere in the studio. It’s like taking a trip down memory lane while I’m in the zone, allowing me to tap into a reservoir of emotions that enriches my creative process.

Next time you find me in the studio, you can bet these classic soca vibes will be echoing through the threads and colors. 🎵🎨

Track List: 01.Krossfyah- All Aboard 02.Burning Flames- Chook & Dip 03.Krossfyah- She Body In Control 04.Krossfyah- Oil Pumpin 05.Burning Flames- Workey Workey 06. Square One- Aye Aye Aye 07.Onyan- Whoop Whaps 08.Jam Band- Dimond 09.Burning Flames- Juantanamera 10.Militant-Passion 11.Square One- Hands Up 12.Rupee- Blame It 13.Shayne Bailey- Let Go Me Man 14.Square One- Iron Have Me So Bazodee 15.Rupee- What Happen In De Party 16.Kevin Lyttle- Turn Me On 17.Machel Mantano ft Mr Vegas- Dance With You 18.Bomani- Ah Not Going (Down There Tonight) 19.Destra- Who The Hell Is Kim(Wrong Name)

Why I Love Textiles…


I can’t help but marvel at the incredible role textiles play in carrying the torch of tradition. It’s like they have this magical ability to bridge gaps—be it cultural, temporal, or geographical. Textiles aren’t just fabrics; they’re storytellers, weaving together a vibrant tapestry of history, techniques, and artistry that breaks through boundaries.

Take a moment to appreciate the intricate patterns adorning traditional indigenous garments, the meaningful Ankara motifs gracing ceremonial textiles, or the subtle, timeless codes hidden within quilts. Each thread, each stitch, is a vessel carrying the essence of our heritage, traversing the vast canvas of human experience.

As these textiles unfold their stories, they become tangible links across time and diverse cultures. It’s a beautiful dance—threads weaving through the loom of different traditions, connecting the past to the present. And here’s the magic: they don’t just stop there. They effortlessly extend into the future, allowing traditions to intermingle and unfurl seamlessly.

So, let’s celebrate the enchanting journey of textiles—their ability to carry the weight of history, to stitch together cultures, and to create a fabric that binds us all. Every weave tells a story, and every pattern echoes the whispers of our shared heritage. 🌐🧵