I was raised in a home with no access to a computer or television. For the first 12 years of my life, I sought entertainment in books from the public library that my mother would take me and my brother to every weekend. I grew particularly fond of Greek mythology and its various representations in art. Nearly a decade later, my focus in university would mirror my childhood passion for the idealized Hellenistic sculptures of classical antiquity.

Recently, I’ve turned my attention to issues prevalent in society that suffer from a lack of exposure or apathetic indifference from the general public. These topics range from individual addictions to sociopolitical criticism of a nation. The method of handbuilding I have developed over the past 7 years affords me complete control in the creation process. I believe therein lies the root of my passion for clay, as it satisfies my sculptor’s need to touch, mold, and shape the concept I want to bring forth.