My work brings forth an expansive exploration of identity, memory, and transformation through diverse mediums. Rooted in everyday moments, I seek to elevate the seemingly ordinary to a monumental scale, blending the duality of the mundane and the extraordinary. Whether reimagining childhood memories, deconstructing traditional portraiture, or transforming everyday objects, my practice invites viewers to reconsider the boundaries of representation, culture, and imagination.
In my paintings, personal memories intertwine with dreams, creating layered narratives that speak to both my history and broader social themes. Using materials like oil, aerosol, textiles, and gold leaf, I capture the complexity of these moments, transforming them into intricate reflections of identity and experience. My sculptural work, on the other hand, reimagines everyday objects, like grocery carts and sneakers, into symbols of reinvention and aspiration, using upcycled materials to challenge notions of value and permanence.
Drawing from diverse influences such as street culture, social media symbolism, and personal history, I take a magpie approach to my art, merging the familiar with the surreal. By transforming objects and symbols into tools of commentary, I aim to spark a dialogue about memory, identity, and the power of reinvention in a world that is constantly evolving. Through this interplay of mediums and narratives, I encourage viewers to reflect on their own stories and the symbols that define their lives.