Core of Light
Fractured edges glow,
light threads bind the open wounds,
a core heals the whole.
In my textile practice, copper mesh serves as both a material and a metaphor. Its metallic presence contrasts with the softness of felt, creating a dialogue between strength and fragility, structure and fluidity. By stitching copper into the edges of panels or weaving it into brooches, I extend the boundaries of textile work into the realm of sculpture and ornament.
Copper carries its own history: it is conductive, mutable, and alive with the possibility of transformation through oxidation and touch. I embrace these qualities as part of my work, allowing the mesh to act like a frame, a root system, or a connective tissue that grounds the ephemeral nature of fibers.
Through this interplay, I explore the tension between containment and expansion—how textiles can hold memory, energy, and form, while copper insists on permanence and resilience. Together, they create surfaces that are both protective and porous, fragile yet enduring.
Felt, Paint & Reflection 