Conceptual Materials Social Practice Artist
Big thanks to McCarty for spotting that Facebook post about two long-downed mahogany tree limbs, each about 10 inches in diameter at the base. We’ve got a truck and a chainsaw—time to go collect them! In the meantime, I’ve been journaling some art ideas in my sketchbook, filling the pages with doodles and freehand stream-of-consciousness writing. Watch this space to see what unfolds!
Every week, I hit the shores of St. Croix armed not just with bags for trash, but with a vision. Ghost nets, marline line, and rope—once marine debris—are prized materials for my artwork. These discarded remnants not only mar our beautiful beaches but also tell a story of environmental neglect.
Through meticulous collection during beach clean-ups, I breathe new life into these discarded items. By repurposing them in my artwork, I not only create striking pieces but also raise awareness about ocean conservation and the impact of human activity on marine ecosystems.
I am turning the tide on pollution—one ghost net at a time.
As an artist deeply passionate about sustainability and the beauty of the unexpected, I’ve always been drawn to the idea of giving new purpose to discarded objects. There’s something incredibly satisfying about taking something that might otherwise end up in a landfill and transforming it into a work of art that sparks wonder and curiosity.
I am still sourcing the materials to embellish the braids so I expect to be working and completing this piece, while I am in residency at Touchstone Center for Crafts this Spring and Fall.
more to come…
Channelling the ancestors with this one…
The local flora and fauna is showing up in my work… I am exited to see what this opens up for me. New New New…
…for my Queen Charlotte wig in progress
Where is Malibu Christie?
I think she is in need of a hot pink and purple fringe at the bottom.
What do you think?
