With a background infused by both the linear qualities of graphic illustration and the three-dimensional qualities of traditional clay modeling, I began back in the late 1990’s to create my first wire sculpture. These early works, inspired by the work of Alexander Calder, depicted portraits and figures of both animals and humans. Wall pieces emulate “drawing in space” - a combination of two and three dimensions - as the wire forms come away from the wall in relief. Concurrently, I developed mixed media pieces which made statements about society, politics and culture. I have used clay and casting, found objects, metal, collage, fiber, mosaic and more in an interactive way to get my concept and message across.

In my recent work, I create acrylic paintings on canvas or birch board, upon which I attach wire figures. In all cases, I start with an idea and a plan, which I sketch out first. The intention is for the painted background to highlight the story told by the wire figures. My goal in my current work is to combine the figurative wire works with other media to make social commentary, while building a significant body of work utilizing this technique. 

After decades of working in various media, I am now presented with the challenge of putting it all together in a meaningful way. I want the viewer to see and appreciate the message, as well as the unanswered questions I am depicting in my work, no matter how subtle.