Artist Statement

The possibilities for evocative sculptural forms and the tactile experience of materials fuel my interest in the medium of fiber. My sense of color, form and composition is greatly influenced by my earlier career as a graphic designer. I work primarily with manila rope because I am drawn to its strength and harshness in contrast to the smoother, softer textures of ribbon and yarns. When used together, the qualities of these materials reinforce my explorations of the contradictions and contrasts found in both nature and life.

Freedom from constraints is a recurring theme in my work. The resilience and perseverance needed to gain that freedom takes on many forms as each work evolves, from depicting quiet struggles to exuberant escapes.