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WGVU's Kalamazoo Lively Arts - New Episode: Paper Dreams & Golden Schemes

Reflecting on a Decade of Creativity: My Journey as a Mixed-Media Artist

I’m thrilled to share that I was recently featured in a segment of Lively Arts by WGVU! It’s hard to believe that nearly ten years ago, I sat down for an interview with Lively Arts, and now I have the opportunity to reflect on how my work has evolved since then.

This recent interview allowed me to look back on my artistic journey while also looking forward to what lies ahead. The changes in my work over the past decade have been nothing short of transformative. From exploring new techniques to incorporating innovative materials, each step has added depth and meaning to my creative expression.

In the WGVU segment, I showcase the process of making paper—something I’ve become quite passionate about. There’s something incredibly satisfying about transforming raw materials into something beautiful and unique. One of the highlights of my work is my use of my grandmother's crushed jewelry, which I’ve turned into paint. This personal touch not only honors her memory but also adds a rich, textured element to my pieces.

I’m excited to share the video with you all, as it captures the essence of my artistic process and the stories behind my work. I’ll also be looking for a way to post my old interview from a decade ago, so you can see the evolution firsthand!

As Seen in Vogue's House and Garden!

I am so excited to announce that my work will be featured in Conde Nast’s (Vogue) international House and Garden through the month’s September, October, and November issues! My work was hand selected to be featured in their magazines. See the feature below.

Sol Release

My newest piece, Sol is now finished. It is made of my grandmother’s jewelry, handmade watercolor, a fused glass leaf (made in my studio) and 24k gold. She represents the sun and is a counterpart to Luna.

An exciting update! Check out the sale.

Wearable are back! Check them out…

The Hopiroots and Alexa K. Collaboration!

I am so excited to release these pieces by Hopiroots and myself! See the rest of the collaboration, here.

We made it to the end of My 100 Days of Gold! Check it out!
A visit with Michelle Bradway

Michelle Bradway, my photographer in residence and apprentice took these lovely macro photographs of Luna while visiting the studio during our weekly studio visit.

She also took impromptu photographs of my mother and I hugging for the first time in over a year! They really are great photographs. Visit Michelle Bradway Photography to find out more about Michelle and her wonderful art.

My First In-Person Event in over a year! April 2021 Art Hop
Photo By Jordan Green

Photo By Jordan Green

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I had so much fun at Kalamazoo’s Art Hop on April 2nd, 2021! The first in-person event in over a year! I cannot believe it. I felt the Arts Council of Kalamazoo did a wonderful job, safely introducing us back to the world! I want to thank them for their kindness, and for thinking of me to be included in the show. It feels good to be back!

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