In all my work I seek paths to add dimension and to broaden the way abstract work can be viewed.

My current work considers links between fiber and femininity, both traditionally considered as soft and pliable. For example, ‘Mantle’ and ‘Kimono’ look at archetypes, in abstract form, of protective coverings associated with women. The Handkerchief and Fan series both investigate traditional views of female accessories, but mine are alternatives to the expected.

Starting by painting on unstretched canvas I incorporate additional fibers and mixed media elements. Then pleats, folds, cuts wrinkles and stitching create recesses where embellishments can hide while transforming the canvas into a dynamic three-dimensional piece. The shapes and lines now fold in on themselves generating a sense of movement while the shadows alter as the viewer moves or the lighting changes.