- Biography: My work is a merging of opposites. The goal is to break down and dissect dichotomies until I find a similarity, thus negating opposition. I believe at the heart of things one can find similarities of one thing to everything. Nature repeats itself as well as history, and my objective is to discover these similarities. The function of the work is to provide humanity with the visual evidence to generate empathy towards our environment and to demonstrate the necessity of opposites in progressive development.
My primary interest is comparing and contrasting science and religion. The energy of science and the energy of religion are not so different. Fluctuations in the electromagnetic field interfere with brain waves and can cause hallucinations. Hallucinations are also frequently believed to be spiritual visions. The scientific evaluation of the electromagnetic disturbance does not make the “spiritual vision” any less credible to the witness. The experience is still genuine to the “victim” regardless of proof and analysis. My work looks to explore the notion that finding an earthly, logical cause of a phenomenon negates any “spiritual” association or existence, the notion science and religion are contrasting ideas.
I examine this dichotomy not just in thought but in creative method. I explore scientific avenues for visual associations: botany, particle theory, physics, quantum and string theory, pathology, histology, archaeology, chemistry and even micro-biology, but the act of creating is far more spiritual. I use meditative acts such as knitting and sewing to create the work. These repetitive acts put me in a trance like state, allowing my subconscious to function openly, free of “the logical mind.” This juxtaposition of right and left brained materialization creates a dynamic tension in the end product, blurring the lines between the spiritual and the physical.
I use materials connected to my everyday life, creating papier-mâché from shredded junk mail and paper scraps, and plant remnants found in locations possessing a sentimental significance to me. I use purely symbolic materials as well. Free from any direct associations with individual pieces, string, is a reoccurring element in my work. String represents the connection we have with one another and all of existence and the transfer of energy from one form to another. The nature of the energy is evident in the placement of the string; coils and patterns signify meditation, rhythm and tranquility; jumbled messes signify tension, anxiety, and chaos.
My goal is to make work that will be effective in stimulating the viewer’s mind and generating curiosity and a desire for additional examination. This allows the viewer to become one more link in the developmental chain, furthering mankind’s journey to sentience.
Exhibitions
Solo
200 7 “Sentient” Solo Exhibition, The Kemp Center for the Arts, Wichita Falls, TX
Two Person
2004 “Otheos” Senior Exhibition, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
Group
2007 :Shrimp and Wine Festival”, Farmers’ Market, Wichita Falls, TX
2007 “Some Assembly Required” Juried Exhibition, Woman Made Gallery, Chicago, IL
2007 “Labor of Love” Juried Exhibition, Capitol Building, Texas Museum of Fiber Arts, Austin, TX
2007 “The Best of the 9th Texas Sculpture Symposium” Juried Exhibition, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
2006 “9th Texas Sculpture Symposium” Exhibition, Texas Tech University, Junction, TX
2004 “1st Annual Sculpture Exhibition,” Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2004 “Student Exhibition” Juried Exhibition, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2004 “1st Annual Drawing Exhibition,” Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2003 “1st Annual Painting Exhibition,” Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2003 “1st Annual Print Exhibition,” Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2003 “Student Exhibition” Juried Exhibition, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2002 “Student Selections” Juried Exhibition, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2002 “Student Exhibition,” Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2001 “Student Selections” Juried Exhibition, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2001 “Student Exhibition,” Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
Awards
2007 Invitation Representation, Woman Made Gallery, Chicago, IL
2004 Roth Art Scholarship Recipient, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2004 First Place Painting Award, Juried Student Exhibition, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2004 Juanita Harvey Student Excellence Award, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2004 National Dean’s List Member
2003 August Liquitex Painting Grant Recipient, Liquitex Corporation
2003 Maxine Harvey Sculpture Award Recipient, Juried Student Exhibition, Midwestern State University,
Wichita Falls, TX
2003 Mortar Board Honor Society Inductee, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2003 Roth Art Scholarship Recipient, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2002 Priddy Foundation Honors Scholarship Recipient, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2002 Fain Foundation Art Scholarship Recipient, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2002 Honors Program Inductee, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2001 Fain Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2001 Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society Inductee, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2001 Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society Inductee, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
1999 High School Valedictorian, Harrold High School, Harrold, TX
Commissions
2005 “Bobby Sands,” Acrylic Painting- The Iron Horse Pub, Wichita Falls, TX
2005 “Zappa,” Acrylic Painting- MR FAIRCHILD Recording Studios, Wichita Falls, TX
2003 “Seasons,” Collaborative Installation Steel Sculpture- Midwestern State University Campus (outdoor),
Wichita Falls, TX
2003 “Revolutionaries,” Acrylic Paintings- Four large scale paintings- Clark Student Center, Midwestern State
University, Wichita Falls, TX
2001 “Marla,” Panel 1, Pastel Drawing- Clark Student Center, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
Publications
2004 Voices Catalog-”Womb #3,” wire sculpture, “Hive,” wood and mixed media sculpture, “Albert Einstein”
and “Frida Kahlo,” acrylic paintings, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
2002 Voices Catalog,-“Shawn,” bronze sculpture, Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, TX
Symposiums
2006 9th Texas Sculpture Symposium, Texas Tech University, Junction, TX
2005 8th Texas Sculpture Symposium, Texas Tech University, Junction, TX
2004 7th Texas Sculpture Symposium, Texas Tech University, Junction, TX
Organizations
2008 The Sculpture Network of Texas
2007 The Kemp Center for the Arts
2007 The Sculpture Network of Texas
2006 The Sculpture Network of Texas
2006 International Sculpture Center
2005 The Sculpture Network of Texas
- Current residence: Texas
- Personal Quote: More Artwork to come soon.
- Interests: Hinduism, Sculpture, Painting, Metalsmithing, Ceramics, Mixed Media Arts, Knitting, Sewing, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Educational Reading, Animal Rights, Humanitarian Efforts, Environmental Issues, Physics, Botany, Cephalopods....
- Last Event/Show: Shrimp and Wine Festival, Wichita Falls, TX
- Future Plans: Show at Gilrose Studios, Wichita Falls, TX
- A message to members: Personal Website currently under construction. The Comp. Tech team will notify viewers as soon as site is available.
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