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artist statement

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“A Line Made By Walking” (Case Study) - Artist Statement + Photos [2015]

“A Line Made By Walking” is a site-specific piece created in Boulder, CO, where my body weight etched a temporary line into the earth. This work pays homage to Richard Long’s seminal 1967 piece, where a simple act of walking through the landscape left a profound trace.

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"Sanctuary" (Earth Lens 003) - Artist Statement + Photos [2016]

The Earth Lens series is a harmonious fusion of art and nature, inviting unknowing viewers to step beyond the ordinary and immerse themselves in the lost intricacies of the surrounding landscape. These interactive earthworks serve as portals to the natural world, drawing us into a deeper connection with land around us; while forcing us to consider the impermanence of the world around.

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"Folsom" (Earth Lens 002) - Artist Statement + Photos [2016]

The Earth Lens series is a harmonious fusion of art and nature, inviting unknowing viewers to step beyond the ordinary and immerse themselves in the lost intricacies of the surrounding landscape. These interactive earthworks serve as portals to the natural world, drawing us into a deeper connection with land around us; while forcing us to consider the impermanence of the world around.

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"Looking Glass" (Earth Lens 001) - Artist Statement + Photos [2016]

The Earth Lens series is a harmonious fusion of art and nature, inviting unknowing viewers to step beyond the ordinary and immerse themselves in the lost intricacies of the surrounding landscape. These interactive earthworks serve as portals to the natural world, drawing us into a deeper connection with land around us; while forcing us to consider the impermanence of the world around.

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“Quarantine” - Artist Statement + Photos [2016]

'Quarantine' explores human globalization through the lens of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive insect that devastated North American ash trees. The work invites viewers to contemplate progress, connection, and preservation, emphasizing the delicate balance between nature’s vulnerability and humanity’s influence.

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“Organimetal” - Artist Statement + Photos [2015]

Organimetal is a sculptural exploration of the paradox between human industry and nature. By combining industrial materials like sheet metal with an organic, flowing design, the piece highlights the tension between creation and disruption. This work serves as both a critique of humanity’s impact on the natural world and a personal milestone in the artist’s journey with metal as a medium.

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"Rockway" (Micro v. Macro) - Artist Statement + Photos [2016]

"Rockway" explores the interplay between micro and macro perspectives through lines, examining the relationship between human development and nature. "Boulder Creek" delves into this connection at the micro-level, while "St. Louis" zooms out to the macro-level, both prompting contemplation on the impact of human activity on the environment and our responsibility in preserving the delicate balance.

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"Нет войне" - Artist Statement + Photos [2022]

"Нет войне" is a poignant land art piece symbolizing resistance and hope amidst conflict. Created through a meditative and labor-intensive process, the flattened grass forms a powerful visual statement against war. The temporary nature of the work mirrors the fleeting moments of peace and the relentless passage of time. As nature reclaims the land, the message of the piece endures, a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring quest for freedom.

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"Earth Lens" (Series) - Artist Statement + List of Works [2016-Present]

The Earth Lens series is a collection of interactive earthworks that invite viewers to immerse themselves in the lost details of the ever-changing world. By embracing impermanence and the morphing landscapes, these installations become a dynamic and unique process, reinterpreting and recontextualizing the relationship between art, nature, and the observer.

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“Invasive” (Site/Non-Site) - Artist Statement + Photos [2016]

"Invasive" is an artistic project that explores the concept of "Site / Non-Site" by contrasting a disrupted natural environment (Teller Lake #5) with its reinterpreted and recontextualized representation in a gallery setting. Through the use of concrete slabs, photographs, audio, and samples, the project highlights the tension between the natural and artificial, and invites viewers to contemplate the impact of human action.

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