Curation
The Assetory
Lotus Mutations (Digital)
Lotus Mutations (Ceramic)
Porous Terrain 2024
I Don’t Know Chinese 2024
Homeland 2023-2024
Textiles/Roots
Much of my work is inspired by the cell structure of lotus root, which I abstract into what I call "Lotus Mutations." These forms explore the intersections of Asian identity, nodding to the "lotus girl" trope in western media, while acknowledging lotus root as a mundane food item. Here, I use this imagery to create organic forms that take on a life of their own. I use ceramic to sculpt these by hand, using various glazes to achieve different finishes. At times, I employ celadon to evoke the tradition of historic Chinese ceramics, while at other times, I use metallic glazes to push the lotus mutations into a futuristic, speculative realm.