Artist Statement

It's always hard to talk about your work and why you do it; and for me it changes over time. But for now; this is what I have...

Books, paper, words, language and marks are my constants. I love the magic and beauty that words can create and the way these messages can be shared.  The idea of language matters almost as much – that words were written, have been obscured or hidden, or are written in such a way that they can’t be fully understood. The notion of books excites me - the treasures that lie within and the joy of holding a book in my hands.

I work slowly, often meditatively.  It takes time to prepare, cut and fold paper for a book; to measure, mark and draw lines for writing. I enjoy the peacefulness of sitting quietly as I do these tasks, or as I burn letters from pages, wrap pebbles or simply stitch. My work is quiet.