I developed a scientific fascination with biology as a young child which heavily influences my aesthetics and choice of materials. The materials become vocabulary with their own intrinsic qualities influenced by a sense of beauty in Nature. This beauty is often employed as an attractant for pollinators, decoys for predators, mating preference and food source choices. I am also in awe at Nature’s attention to design to promote the procreation of the species-especially botanicals from warm, humid climates. My interest in tropical flora and fauna developed before I had a chance to visit Central and South America. My travels there reinforced a primal draw to them that resurfaces in my work. I emulate organic constructions, junctures and transitions that I find by morphing unlikely sources, combining beauty with absurdity and a desire for the fantastic.

I often indulge myself in science-fiction worlds and stories of mythological beings. How would the transition from human into goat, horse, wolf, bull etc., actually feel and look if they were me? Why are there no references to my alter-ego of self combined with a giant tongue? Or a giant spider constructed from Barbie parts to vanquish? Like my spiders, I lure my viewers closer with luscious materials, and sensual forms, inviting them to take a closer look. These fantastic creatures are absurd and funny. I utilize humor in my work to allow one to laugh and take a moment to question why?. Is it really funny or do we need to laugh at ourselves and our insecurities once in awhile?