Mosaic art is a process of disassembly and reassembly, akin to the transformations and identity shifts that occur as a person grows and develops. It is a form of meditation for me; the world around me recedes as I create. I enjoy scouring thrift shops, antique stores, and my own recycling bin to repurpose materials for my work.

When I work with thrifted and recycled materials, I am challenged to work within the confines of the material (What textures and colors are already present? How much material do I have to work with?) as well as see the potential for the material to perform beyond its current role. I must also address any “imperfections” in the material I am working with; either working around them or thoughtfully incorporating them into my work.