Each piece I create is made with the intention that it will share space with others, living in people’s homes and becoming part of their intimate environments. My work is not just about aesthetics; it is about presence—about how an object can exist alongside people, bearing witness to the quiet rhythms of their lives. I see these pieces as more than static forms; they are companions, absorbing and reflecting the energy of the spaces they inhabit.
There is a transference of energy in the objects we surround ourselves with—a sort of alchemy that occurs when something handmade is brought into a home. I infuse my work with reiki energy, a practice rooted in the channeling of universal life force to create balance and harmony. Reiki is often described as an invisible current, a flow of energy that nurtures, soothes, and aligns. By embedding this energy into my pieces, I seek to create objects that not only exist in a space but actively shape it, radiating a quiet vitality that influences those who live alongside them. These works become more than objects; they become breathing, living things that engage with the world around them in subtle, yet meaningful ways.
My background in craft—particularly as a trained woodworker—has deeply influenced my approach to artmaking. In woodworking, every detail is considered with care: how a piece will fit into a home, how it will be used, how it will feel beneath one’s hand. This awareness of function and interaction has carried over into my artistic practice. My work is meant to inhabit homes, to merge seamlessly into the fabric of daily life. It is meant to be touched, seen, and lived with, becoming part of the inner workings of a space.
My artistic practice is deeply shaped by the culture and traditions of rural Idaho, where craftsmanship is more than a skill—it’s a necessity, a legacy, and an act of care. Coming from a lineage of working-class makers, I see craft as a generational heirloom, a way of connecting with my ancestors and the materials I work with. The slow and deliberate process of craft is a way for me to demonstrate care while also finding connection—to the materials used and to those whose skillful hands have passed from this world.
Craft possesses an inherent intimacy. It is deeply connected to the domestic, to the act of home-building and homemaking. Handcrafted objects are imprinted with the gestures and intentions of their makers, creating a quiet dialogue between creator, object, and owner. This intimacy is what draws me to making—craft has a way of embedding itself into daily existence, becoming a witness to life’s small yet significant moments. My work is imbued with this philosophy, existing not just as an artistic expression, but as a tangible presence within the homes and lives of those who welcome it in.
To honor my devotion to craft, I apply meticulous details and skillful workmanship to elevate modest materials to something beyond a common household experience. The low-brow materials are transformed into objects that are precious and admirable. The evolution from mundane to extraordinary parallels my sentiments about the underrepresented and often overlooked beauty of the rural community I admire daily.
