Artist Statement

My art practice is grounded in a commitment to social justice, and I see part of my role as an artist to help expand cultural dialogs and build communities. Much of my work is based around personal stories, and I believe in their far-reaching resonance and ability to expand identification. I believe that subjectivity is one of art’s super-powers, because it lets us create something real and fresh, but I recognize the responsibility of working with stories that aren’t my own. I’m reflexive about my perspective, and I prioritize under-represented voices and do my best to ensure that my artistic choices respect my storytellers’ intents by building collaborative relationships with them and reflecting my work back to these speakers. 

My background in radio and painting influences my media work, which incorporates experimental and documentary styles and do-it-yourself sensibilities. I combine personal narratives and direct cinema, with drawings, collage, field recordings, and non-synchronous sound. Recently I have gravitated towards expanded cinema installations that incorporate projection, sound, sculpture, and interactive performance. I am particularly excited about creating participatory projects that use recycled and re-purposed materials as much as possible.