Category: portfolio
Explosions 1 & 2
Cabbage Vessel
16 inches tall, 8 inches diameter Clay, glaze 2022 I created a cabbage vase from clay, focusing on the veiny textures and the slight bend of the leaves on this beautiful vegetable. I added a rich, emerald glaze to further bring this image to life.
Porcufingers
12 x 4” each Clay, glaze 2022 In a dream I had, porcupines were different. Instead of sharp quills, they had fingers on their backs. I turned this dream into reality in my ceramics class. I made porcupines out of clay and added fingers to their backs. They look magical and a bit strange. I… Continue reading Porcufingers
Under The Sun
20 x 30” Acrylic Paint In my painting, “Under the Sun,” I explore the essence of human existence through a blend of textures and colors. I painted women gazing into the sun, a universal symbol of hope and illumination. Regardless of where we come from ethnically, mentally, and emotionally, we all seek common aspirations in… Continue reading Under The Sun
Fish Broke The Line
16 x 20” 2023 Mixed media: pen, watercolor, acrylic paint In my fish collage, I wanted to explore the idea of coloring outside the lines. I began by creating vibrant fish on watercolor paper, emphasizing the fish’s scales and textures with a mix of colors and pens. When I pasted this paper onto the canvas,… Continue reading Fish Broke The Line
Crimson Guardian
4 x 6” 2022 Mixed Media collage: paper, pen, cardboard Back to Portfolio In “Crimson Guardian” I explored the idea of a mythical creature in a mythical land. I chose a red dragon as my central figure, representing strength and power. The dragon breathes fire, which symbolizes transformation and change. To create this piece, I… Continue reading Crimson Guardian
Everyday Elegance
May 2022 24 x 10” Oil paint This painting is all about looking at everyday objects in a new way. I chose a spray bottle, a necklace, an apple, and scissors as my objects. I used oil paints on a green backdrop. The spray bottle is made of glass, so it was interesting to show… Continue reading Everyday Elegance
Self in Bold Hues
May 2023 24 x 18” Acrylic paint In my self-portrait, I embraced boldness. I wanted to capture myself with contrasting colors – blues and yellows, cool and warm tones – to evoke the richness and complexity of my identity. I experimented with both ink and acrylic paint on a 24 by 18-inch canvas. The use… Continue reading Self in Bold Hues
Moth Lady
Back to Portfolio 9 x 11”, December 2022 Linoleum print, experimentation with color and texture.